key (A1)
noun
Pronunciation: /kiː/
Definition
A small piece of shaped metal with rough edges that you use to open a lock, for example on a door or car.
Examples
I can't find my car key.
He put the key in the lock and turned it.
She gave me the key to her apartment.
How to Use key
- key to (prepositional phrase)
- Something that is essential for achieving something. — "Patience is the key to learning a new language."
- key of (prepositional phrase)
- In music, the specific set of notes used. — "The song is played in the key of G."
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