Here is the information for "keyer":
Parts of Speech
Noun
Definitions
- One who keys or operates a keyboard.
- A device that generates a signal or code, especially for use in transmitting messages.
Pronunciations
- US: /ˈkiːjər/
- UK: /ˈkiːjə/
Origin and Usage
The word "keyer" is derived from the word "key," which refers to the buttons or levers on a keyboard or other device used to input information. The term "keyer" is commonly used in the context of telecommunications, where it refers to a device that generates a signal or code for transmitting messages. It is also used to refer to a person who operates a keyboard or similar device.
Synonyms
- Typist
- Keyboard operator
- Keystroke specialist
Related Words
- Keeps
- Keels
- Keeps
- Knees
- Kneel
Example Sentences
- The keyer typed up the report in record time.
- The telegraph keyer generated a signal that was transmitted across the wire.