keypunch
A mechanical device whose keys are pressed, individually or in combination, to punch…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.
Meaning
2 sensesA mechanical device whose keys are pressed, individually or in combination, to punch holes in punched cards or paper tape that correspond to particular characters.
An electric machine with a keyboard that has the same function.
Origin
From key + punch.From key + punch.
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