keypunch

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A mechanical device whose keys are pressed, individually or in combination, to punch holes in punched cards or paper tape that correspond to particular characters.
  2. An electric machine with a keyboard that has the same function.
verb
  1. To use such a device or machine

Pronunciation

en-uk-keypunch.ogg

Word forms

keypunch keypunches keypunching keypunched

Etymology

From key + punch.

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