Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
clicking
verb
/ˈklɪk.ɪŋ/
Definition
Clicking refers to the action of pressing and releasing a button on a mouse or other device to select or activate something on a computer or electronic device.
Examples
- She is clicking through the images on the slideshow.
- After clicking the link, he was directed to the website.
- The clicking sound of the mouse was constant during the computer session.
Meaning
The sound or action that occurs when a button is pressed down and then released, usually producing a sharp noise. It can also refer to the action of selecting items or executing commands on a computer.
Synonyms
- selecting
- pressing
- tapping
- activating
