input method

noun — 2 senses

input method

noun
1

Computing, Engineering, Mathematics, Natural sciences, Physical sciences, Sciences A set of mnemonics for inputting a foreign script or exotic symbols not found on a physical keyboard.

2

Computing, Engineering, Mathematics, Natural sciences, Physical sciences, Sciences By extension, a program that facilitates input using these mnemonics.

Synonyms
input method editor, IME
Related terms
keyboard layout, dead key

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