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shift key

 
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–noun
1. a typewriter key that determines whether characters are printed in upper or lower case and controls the printing of numbers and symbols.
2. Computers. a key that performs the same functions as on a typewriter keyboard and also controls other functions, depending on the program: To print a file, depress the shift key and a function key.
Origin:
1900–05
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shift key  
n.  

  1. A key on a typewriter that, when depressed, allows uppercase letters and certain symbols to be typed.

  2. A key on a computer keyboard that, when depressed, changes letters from lowercase to uppercase, changes the effect of a concurrently depressed function key in an application, or changes the effect of pushing a button on a pointing device.

The American Heritage® Dictionary of the English Language, Fourth Edition
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