Definition of Keypunch

1. Noun. (computing) A device, in which one or a combination of keys are pressed to punch holes in punched cards or paper tape that correspond to a particular character ¹

2. Noun. (computing) an electric machine with a keyboard that has the same function ¹

3. Verb. To use such a device or machine ¹

¹ Source: wiktionary.com

Definition of Keypunch

1. to perforate with a machine [v -ED, -ING, -ES]

Lexicographical Neighbors of Keypunch

keynoters
keynotes
keynoting
keypad
keypads
keypal
keypals
keypath
keypaths
keyphrase
keyphrases
keyplate
keyplates
keypress
keypresses
keypunch (current term)
keypunched
keypuncher
keypunchers
keypunches
keypunching
keyring
keyrings
keys
keys of the kingdom
keys to the kingdom
keys to the midway
keyseat
keyseated
keyseating

Literary usage of Keypunch

Below you will find example usage of this term as found in modern and/or classical literature:

1. Prevention Plus II: Tools for Creating and Sustaining Drug-Free Communities (1994)
"This makes it easier to keypunch and to respond. 19. Use horizontal listing of responses when several questions have identical response categories. . 20. ..."

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