Definition, synonyms and related words
plural of tab
"He organized his browser into several tabs so he could easily switch between work and personal emails without closing any pages."
In plain English: Tabs are small flaps you can fold down to create separate sections on a piece of paper.
"I have three browser tabs open while I am working on my report."
Third-person singular simple present indicative form of tab
"She tabs his every move to ensure he follows the safety rules."
In plain English: To tab something means to write down numbers or information in a list format so they are easy to read and compare.
"He tabs the delivery driver from his office window to make sure he arrives safely."
Derived from the noun tab, which comes from the Latin tappa (a small piece or plug), the term originally referred to a flap of paper attached to a document by one edge. In modern usage, it denotes either such a physical attachment or a section of information displayed on a computer screen.