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task bar

noun

Definition of task bar

: a strip of icons usually at the bottom of a computer screen showing programs that may be used by selecting their icons

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 To get going, click the new Task view icon in the task bar at the bottom of your screen – to the right of the search window -- to see all your recent activities. — Marc Saltzman, USA TODAY, "Use Windows 10? Update it, then try these 5 tips to boost your productivity," 27 Apr. 2018

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1994, in the meaning defined above

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