keypunch

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key·punch / ˈkēˌpənch/ • n. a device for transferring data by means of punching holes or notches on a series of cards or paper tape.• v. [tr.] put into the form of punched cards or paper tape by means of such a device.DERIVATIVES: key·punch·er n.

keypunch

views updated May 29 2018

keypunch A card punch controlled from a keyboard.

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