tab

tab

tab¹ [tab]

n.

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1. a small, flat loop, strap, or metal ring fastened to something for pulling it, hanging it up, etc.

2. a small, often ornamental, flap or piece fastened to the edge or surface as of a dress, coat, etc.

3. an attached or projecting piece as of a file folder, often with a label, used in filing

4. Aeron. an auxiliary airfoil set into the trailing edge of a larger control surface, such as an aileron

vt.

tabbed, tabbing

1. to provide with tabs

2. to choose or select

tab² [tab]

n.

☆ [prob. short for TABULATION] Informal

1. a bill or check, as for expenses

2. total cost or expenses

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☆ keep tabs on or keep a tab on

Informal to keep a check on; follow or watch every move of

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☆ pick up the tab

Informal to pay the bill or total cost

tab³ [tab]

n.

short for:

1. TABLET

2. TABLOID

3. TABULATOR

tab⁴

abbrev.

1. table(s)

2. [L tabella] Pharmacy tablet(s)