KEYPUNCH

Etymology

Noun

keypunch (plural keypunches)

(computing) 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.

(computing) An electric machine with a keyboard that has the same function.

Verb

keypunch (third-person singular simple present keypunches, present participle keypunching, simple past and past participle keypunched)

To use such a device or machine

Source: Wiktionary



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