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Alt.

A modifier key used to change (alternate) the function of other pressed keys.

3 characters1 syllables approx.English language

Meaning & usage

noun/ɔlt/
  1. A modifier key used to change (alternate) the function of other pressed keys.

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Abbreviation of alternate or alternative.

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  1. A river in West Lancashire and Merseyside, England that flows into the Irish Sea; in full, the River Alt.

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