Definition of cursor
: a movable item used to mark a position: such asa : a transparent slide with a line attached to a slide ruleb : a visual cue (such as a flashing rectangle) on a video display that indicates position (as for data entry)
Explore M-W
Recent Examples of cursor from the Web
-
The brain implant sends signals to an external amplifier, which sends the messages through software that generates cursor movements or other electronic activity.
These example sentences are selected automatically from various online news sources to reflect current usage of the word 'cursor'. Views expressed in the examples do not represent the opinion of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback.
Origin and Etymology of cursor
Latin, runner, from currere
First Known Use: 1594
CURSOR Defined for English Language Learners
cursor
playDefinition of cursor for English Language Learners
-
: a mark on a computer screen that shows the place where information is being entered or read
CURSOR Defined for Kids
cursor
playDefinition of cursor for Students
: a symbol (as an arrow or blinking line) on a computer screen that shows where the user is working
Learn More about cursor
-
See words that rhyme with cursor Spanish Central: Translation of cursor Nglish: Translation of cursor for Spanish speakers
Seen and Heard
What made you want to look up cursor? Please tell us where you read or heard it (including the quote, if possible).
Writing? Check your grammar now!