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/diˈliːt/ · de·lete
noun
- A key on a computer keyboard that, when pressed, removes text, files, or other data. She hit the Delete key to erase the unwanted paragraph.
- The act of removing or erasing something, especially data or text. The accidental delete of the report caused a panic among the team.
- (recorded entertainment) A leftover portion of a music or video release, often unused material. The deluxe edition included several deletes that hadn't made the original album.
verb
- To remove, get rid of, or erase written, printed, or digital material. You can delete the file by dragging it to the recycle bin.
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Did you know? The Delete key was first introduced on the IBM PC in 1981, replacing the older 'rubout' key used on earlier terminals.