cursor的词源

英文词源

cursor (n.)

computer sense is 1967 extension of name for the sliding part of a slide rule or other instrument (1590s), earlier "a running messenger" (c. 1300), from Latin cursor "runner," also "errand-boy," from curs-, past participle stem of currere "to run" (see current (adj.)).

中文词源

cursor：光标

来自词根cur, 跑，词源同current, course.

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