ˈdvɔræk

Definitions

1. proper noun

A layout for the keyboard, developed by August Dvorak and William Dealey in the 1930s, designed to reduce finger movement and alternating hand use.

“She preferred using the Dvorak layout on her laptop for typing efficiency.”

2. proper noun

August Dvorak, an American professor of education who developed the Dvorak Simplified Keyboard.

“August Dvorak was a pioneer in the field of keyboard ergonomics.”

3. proper noun

A type of keyboard layout, such as the Dvorak layout, used for typing efficiency.

“The Dvorak layout is an alternative to the standard QWERTY keyboard layout.”

4. proper adjective

Relating to or characteristic of the Dvorak layout or August Dvorak.

“The Dvorak keyboard is more efficient for touch typists.”