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Meaning of dead key | Babel Free

Noun CEFR B2

Definitions

A special modifier key on a typewriter or computer keyboard, typically used to attach a specific diacritic to another character.

Equivalents

Deutsch Tottaste
Français touche morte

CEFR level

B2
Upper Intermediate
This word is part of the CEFR B2 vocabulary — upper intermediate level.
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See also

dead language dead leaf dead leg dead letter dead letter office dead level

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