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function key

noun

Definition of function key

: any of a set of keys on a computer keyboard that have or can be programmed to have special functions

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First Known Use of function key

circa 1964

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FUNCTION KEY Defined for English Language Learners

function key

noun

Definition of function key for English Language Learners

  • : any one of a set of keys on a computer keyboard that have special uses

FUNCTION KEY Defined for Kids

function key

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Definition of function key for Students

: any of a set of keys on a computer keyboard with special functions

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