function key

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Meaning

1. noun Any of a set of keys on a personal computer or terminal keyboard used to activate a predefined or programmable function, especially a numbered row of keys (F1, F2, etc.) above the alphanumeric keys.

Similar words

programmed function key shift key keyboard shortcut modifier key keycode shortcut key control key key binding tenkey modifier

Word family

function keys