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human interface device

noun · 1 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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noun

Meaning 1

Any hardware device allowing a user to interact with a computer, such as a keyboard or mouse.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Topics: computer-hardware, computing, engineering, mathematics, natural-sciences, physical-sciences, sciences

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Across languages

Translations

3 source translations are retained for this English entry.

  • Chinese Mandarin: 人機接口設備 /人机接口设备 (rénjī jiēkǒu shèbèi) — device allowing a user to interact with a computer
  • Finnish: HID-laite — device allowing a user to interact with a computer
  • Spanish: dispositivo de interfaz humana — device allowing a user to interact with a computer