ctrl-v

English dictionary entry

Meanings

verb
  1. To paste from the computer's clipboard.

Pronunciation

/kənˈtɹəʊlˌviː/ /kənˈtɹoʊlˌvi/

Word forms

ctrl-v ctrl-v's ctrl-v'ing ctrl-v'd ctrl-v'ed CTRL+V

Etymology

Derived from a common keyboard shortcut involving pressing the two keys together.

Related words

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