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cursor

/kɜːrsər/ noun, verb · British & US
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What does cursor mean?

noun, verb

A small image on a screen that indicates the position of the pointer, or a device that moves over a surface to read or write information. To move the pointer on a screen to a specific location.

Example

"The cursor on my computer screen is blinking as I wait for a response."

Reviewed by Deb Chak, Editor. AI-assisted content curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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