backtab

English

noun
Definitions
  • (computing) A software-defined key combination to do the reverse of pressing the Tab key, usually Shift+Tab.
  • (computing) An instance of pressing this key combination.

Etymology

Compound from English back (mild drink, back, chaser) + English tab.

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English

tab

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