I-beam
nounEtymology Since it resembles a capital letter I with serifs.
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Engineering, Natural sciences, Physical sciences A beam with cross-section shaped like a capital letter I (with serifs top and bottom), used in construction.
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Computing, Engineering, Graphical user interface, Mathematics, Natural sciences, Physical sciences, Sciences A cursor shaped like the letter I, usually indicating text that can be edited or selected.
- In general, the cursor image is the primary concern, with different types used to indicate selected functions such as I-beams or vertical bars for text editing, a pencil for drawing, or a hand with the index finger extended […]1992, Ben Ezzell, Borland C++ 3.0 programming:
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- I-girder