Cursors

/ˈkɜrsərz/ noun

Definition

Plural of cursor; multiple pointers or indicators, especially on computer screens, or objects that move quickly.

Etymology

From Latin 'cursor' (runner), pluralized with the standard English '-s' ending.

Kelly Says

Modern computers sometimes show multiple cursors at once when using multi-touch screens or sharing a desktop—the Roman 'cursores' messengers never had to deal with that!

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