"programmed function key" meaning in English

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Noun

Forms: programmed function keys [plural], PF key [abbreviation]
Head templates: {{en-noun|head=programmed function key}} programmed function key (plural programmed function keys)
  1. (computing) A function key whose function can be assigned by the user or by a program. Categories (topical): Computing
    Sense id: en-programmed_function_key-en-noun-tjqDJB5A Categories (other): English entries with incorrect language header Topics: computing, engineering, mathematics, natural-sciences, physical-sciences, sciences

Inflected forms

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