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Typing

Noun / ˈtaɪpɪŋ / Another word for typing — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Typing is the action or skill of writing or inputting text by pressing keys on a typewriter or computer keyboard.

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Common collocations

  • fast typing
  • slow typing
  • typing speed
  • typing test
  • typing error
  • typing skills
  • typing pool

Word family

noun typing
verb type
adjective typable

Usage note

Typing refers specifically to the act of inputting text using a keyboard. It is often distinguished from handwriting. The term can also refer to the classification or category of something, as in 'a person of his typing'.

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Example sentences

  1. I am typing my homework on the computer.
  2. My dad is a fast typist.
  3. I like to practice typing games on my computer.
  4. Can you type a letter for me?
  5. I learned how to type with all ten fingers.

Quotes

  • Typing is a skill that is becoming increasingly important in our digital world. - James Dyson
  • Typing is a way of writing stories without using a pen. - Unknown
  • Typing is like playing the piano. - Unknown

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