VDict - Definition of typographical error

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typographical error

(typo) An error while inputting text via keyboard, made

despite the fact that the user knows exactly what to type in.

This usually results from the operator's inexperience at

keyboarding, rushing, not paying attention, or carelessness.

Compare: mouso, thinko.

(1996-04-20)

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