key off
The term "key off" is used in various contexts to describe actions triggered by a specific input or reference point.
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Definition
C1Computing
(technical)To use a specific piece of data as the primary input for a process.
Example
- The algorithm keys off the user's input to generate personalized recommendations.
B2General Usage
(idiomatic, informal)To take a cue or prompt from something or someone else.
Example
- She keyed off his reaction to decide how to proceed with the presentation.
C1Audio/Video Production
(technical)To synchronize an event based on a specific audio or video signal.
Example
- The lighting effects keyed off the beat of the music during the concert.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "key off":
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