touch pad

noun

: a flat surface on an electronic device (such as a microwave oven) that is divided into several differently marked areas which you can touch to choose options

Full Definition of TOUCH PAD

: a keypad for an electronic device (as a microwave oven) that consists of a flat surface divided into several differently marked areas which are touched to choose options

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First Known Use of TOUCH PAD

1979

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TOUCH PAD Defined for Kids

touch pad

noun

Definition of TOUCH PAD for Kids

: a flat surface on an electronic device (as a microwave oven) divided into several differently marked areas that are touched to make choices in controlling the device