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What is a Shift?

What is a Shift? Here are some definitions.

Noun
  1. (computing) A modifier key whose main function is shifting between two or more functions of any of certain other keys (usually by pressing Shift and the other button simultaneously).
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According to Grimm's law, the First Consonant Shift occurred when p, t, k in the ancient Indo-European languages became f, t, h in Germanic languages.
Shift speed is also improved on vehicles equipped with automatic transmissions.
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Shift into reverse, disengage the handbrake, release the pressure on the clutch.
Both Shift keys and the Return and Backspace keys are full size, which is always good to see.

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