Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

qwerty

noun

/ˈkwərti/

Definition

A keyboard layout for Latin-script alphabets, named after the first six letters in the top row of the keys.

Examples

Many people are accustomed to the qwerty layout and find it difficult to switch to other keyboard styles.
The qwerty keyboard is the most common layout used in desktop and laptop computers.
Typing on a qwerty keyboard allows for faster data entry for those who have learned the layout.

Meaning

The term ‘qwerty’ refers to the standard layout of keys on most English-language keyboards, primarily used for typing in English and other languages that use the Latin alphabet.