Mouse-pad meaning

A fabric-covered rubber pad roughly 9" square that provides a smooth surface for rolling a mouse. Since the advent of optical mice, mouse pads are no longer as essential as they were in the past. However, mouse pads often include wrist rests that people find comfortable. See optical mouse.
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(US, Australia): A pad with surface used to enhance the movement of a computer mouse.
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Origin of mouse-pad

First invented, and named mousepad by Armando M. Fernandez.

Sentence Examples

  • glide smoothly across most work surfaces - no mouse pad or cleaning required.

  • Take your completed tree to have it transferred onto a plate, coffee mug or mouse pad.

  • A stylish desk organizer, including an executive pen, clock, picture frame, and mouse pad may strengthen your relationship with your boss.

  • Make a digital scrapbook layout featuring a favorite of the two of you into a mouse pad or coffee mug by ordering from a site such as Shutterfly or Snapfish.

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