Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

keypuncher

noun

/ˈkiːˌpʌn.tʃər/

Definition

A keypuncher is a person or device that operates a keypunch machine, which is used to create punch cards from data input, typically for data processing purposes.

Examples

The keypuncher carefully entered the data to avoid errors.
In the past, keypunchers played a critical role in data management.

Meaning

In the context of data entry, a keypuncher refers to someone who enters data into a computer system by using a keypunch machine, which converts the input into a format that can be read by computers.