tabs
Pronunciation: [tæbz]
Context: "technology"
(noun) A tab is a small part of a computer program or browser that shows different pages or sections. You can click on a tab to see more information or switch between different categories.
Example
I opened three tabs in my web browser to compare prices.
Example
I accidentally closed one of the tabs and lost my progress on that page.
Example
Can you help me find the tab for my favorite website?
Context: "organization"
(noun) A tab can also refer to a label or marker that helps you organize papers or files. It makes it easy to find things at a glance.
Example
I used colored tabs to organize my notes by subject.
Example
Without tabs, I had a hard time locating my important documents.
Example
Do you think we need more tabs for our filing system?
Context: "finance"
(noun) In finance, a tab can mean the total amount you owe or the bill for something, like when you go out to eat with friends.
Example
When we finished our meal, I picked up the tab for my friends.
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I forgot my wallet, so I couldn't pay the tab at the restaurant.
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Who is going to cover the tab for dinner tonight?
Context: "games"
(verb) To tab means to select or mark something, like in a game when you highlight an option or choose a character. It's like pointing to something you want to focus on.
Example
I will tab the enemy character to attack it in the game.
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I didn’t tab the right option, so I lost my turn.
Example
Which character do you want to tab to play next?