Keybounce

//ˈkiːbaʊns// noun

noun ·Rare ·Advanced level

Definitions

Noun
  1. 1
    Multiple recorded keystrokes from a single press of a key on a computer keyboard due to poor electrical contact. uncountable

    "Many of you have experienced what we call “Keybounce” — multiple letters from one keystroke."

Example

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"Many of you have experienced what we call “Keybounce” — multiple letters from one keystroke."

Etymology

From key + bounce.

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