Backtab

noun, verb

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Definitions

Noun
  1. 1
    A software-defined key combination to do the reverse of pressing the Tab key, usually Shift+Tab. uncountable, usually
  2. 2
    An instance of pressing this key combination. countable, usually
Verb
  1. 1
    To press this key combination. intransitive

Etymology

From back + tab, analogous to backspace.

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