Ctrl-v

//kənˈtɹəʊlˌviː// verb

verb ·Rare ·Advanced level

Definitions

Verb
  1. 1
    To paste from the computer's clipboard.

Etymology

Derived from a common keyboard shortcut involving pressing the two keys together.

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