to autocomplete
3.9
To suggest and finish a word or phrase as you type
- verb
- /ˌɔːtəmˈkəmˌpliːt/
- Specialized
:
autocompletar
- As I type, the search bar will autocomplete suggestions to help me find what I need quickly.
Examples
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Torie, try Googling fizzbin rules (it even autocompletes!).
Blog text (27) -
When I start typing my friend's name, the program will autocomplete it based on previous messages.
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If you type a few letters, the app will autocomplete the word for you, saving you time.
Synonyms
3.6
To automatically fill a form field with saved information
predicts and completes words as someone types rather than using stored data
How Accurate
Surface Forms
autocomplete infinitive
autocompleted past
autocompleted past participle
autocompleting present participle
autocompletes third person singular
Etymology
Autocomplete breaks into auto- ('self') and complete ('finish'). Think of auto- like in automatic: to autocomplete is to have the computer 'finish' your word or phrase for you as you type.