Definitions

1. noun

a set of keys, buttons, or levers that are pressed by the user to enter data into a computer or other electronic device

“She sat down at the keyboard to start writing her novel.”

2. verb

to enter data or commands into a computer or other electronic device using a keyboard

“I will keyboard in the data manually to avoid any errors.”

3. verb

to play a musical instrument using a keyboard

“She loves to keyboard and has been taking piano lessons for years.”

4. noun

the part of a typewriter or other mechanical writing machine that contains the keys or buttons to be pressed by the user

“The keyboard of the old typewriter was worn out and needed to be replaced.”

5. noun

a part of a machine or device that contains a series of keys or buttons that are pressed by the user to control its operation

“The control panel contains the keyboard that controls the machine’s speed and direction.”