alphanumeric

The definition of alphanumeric is something that contains letters and numbers.

(adjective)

A password that requires both letters and numbers is an example of an alphanumeric password.
A computer keyboard is an example of an alphanumeric keyboard.

See alphanumeric in Webster's New World College Dictionary

adjective

having or using both alphabetical and numerical symbols

Origin: alpha(bet) + numeric(al)

See alphanumeric in American Heritage Dictionary 4

adjective

Consisting of both letters and numbers.
Consisting of or using letters, numbers, punctuation marks, and mathematical and other conventional symbols: an alphanumeric code.

Origin:

Origin: alpha(betic)

Origin: + numeric(al)

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