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key
16 ENTRIES FOUND:
plural keys
plural keys
Learner's definition of KEY
[count]
1
a : a device that is used to open a lock or start an automobile钥匙 — often used figuratively常用作比喻 — see also latchkey, passkey, skeleton key
◊ The usual type of key is a small metal object that you insert into a narrow opening and turn.常规的钥匙是一个小的金属物体，可将其插入一个狭小的锁孔并转动以开锁。
- You need the key to get into the drawer.你要有钥匙才能打开抽屉。
- She turned the key and opened the door.她转动钥匙，打开了门。
- house/car keys房门/汽车钥匙
- the ignition key of a car汽车的点火钥匙
- the key to the lock开锁的钥匙
- That woman holds the key to his heart.那个女人掌握着打开他心扉的钥匙。
b : a device that looks like a key and that is used to turn something（用于转动某物的）钥匙，扳手
- a key for winding a clock给钟表上弦的扳手
2
: something that is necessary in order to do or achieve something（达到目的的）关键，要诀— usually singular通常用单数 — usually + to
- If you want to improve your health, exercise is the key.如果你想改善健康状况，锻炼是关键。
- The key to hitting the ball well is following through on your stroke.击球成功的关键是做好击打的随球动作。
- Hard work is the key to success.勤勉工作是成功的关键。
3
a : something that provides an explanation or solution解答；答案 — usually + to
- the key to a riddle谜底
b : a list of words or phrases that explain the meaning of symbols or abbreviations符号表；略语表
- Use the key to decode the symbols.用符号表来解读这些符号。
- a pronunciation key发音表
4
a : any one of the buttons of a computer or typewriter that you push with your fingers（计算机、打字机等的）键 — see picture at computer; see also function key, shift key
- He tapped away at the keys, typing his letter.他不停地敲击键盘，在写一封信。
b : any one of the parts that you push with your fingers to play a piano or similar musical instrument（钢琴等乐器的）键
- She sat down at the piano and put her hands on the keys.她在钢琴前坐下，把双手放在琴键上。
5
music : a system of musical tones based on a scale beginning on the note for which the system is named调；主音
- the key of C*C调
- The symphony changes key from G major to E minor.交响乐从G大调变到E小调。
under lock and key
— compare 4key
2 key /ˈkiː/ adjective
2 key
/ˈkiː/
adjective
Learner's definition of KEY
: extremely important极重要的；关键性的
- He's a key player/person in the organization.他是组织里的核心成员/人物。
- The key question is “Can we afford it?”关键问题是“我们买得起吗”。
- Underline key words and phrases as you read.阅读时要把关键词和短语划出来。
- Their votes were key in getting the bill passed.他们的投票对此法案的通过至关重要。
3 key /ˈkiː/ verb
keys; keyed; keying
3 key
/ˈkiː/
verb
keys; keyed; keying
Learner's definition of KEY
[+ object]
1
: to enter (information) by using the keys of a computer, typewriter, etc.键入，用键盘输入（信息等） — often + in — often + into
- The changes to the manuscript are being keyed by the typist.打字员正在录入对原稿的改动。
- In order to gain access to the network, you first have to key in [=type in] your name and password.要登录网络，首先要键入用户名和密码。
- The cashier keyed each price into the cash register.出纳员把每笔价格都输入收银机。
2
US, informal : to have the most important part in (something)成为取得…的关键因素
- Defense keyed the victory.防守是取胜的关键。
key to
[phrasal verb] chiefly US 1
key (something) to (something or someone) : to make (something) suitable for (a particular use or type of person)使…适合 — often used as (be) keyed to常用作(be) keyed to
- I try to key my lectures to my audience.我尽量使演讲符合听众的要求。
- The educational program is keyed to the needs of working women.这项教育计划是针对职业女性的需求制订的。
2
key (something) to (something) : to change (something) in a way that is closely related to (something else)使（某物）与（另一事物）紧密相关 — usually used as (be) keyed to通常用作(be) keyed to
- The amount of money they receive is keyed to the rate of inflation. [=the amount increases or decreases if the rate of inflation increases or decreases]他们收到的金额与通货膨胀率紧密相关。
- Diets are keyed to a person's lifestyle and weight-loss goal.日常饮食跟个人的生活方式和减肥目标密切相关。
4 key /ˈkiː/ noun
plural keys
4 key
/ˈkiː/
noun
plural keys
Learner's definition of KEY
1
[count] : a low island or reef低岛；暗礁
2
the Keys : a group of small islands off the southern coast of Florida（美国佛罗里达州南部海岸的）礁岛群
— compare 1key
2
a
: a means of gaining or preventing entrance, possession, or control
b
: an instrumental or deciding factor
4
Cherlynn Low b
: one of the levers of a keyboard musical instrument that actuates the mechanism and produces the tones
c
: a lever that controls a vent in the side of a woodwind instrument or a valve in a brass instrument
6
a
: characteristic style or tone
b
: the tone or pitch of a voice
c
: the predominant tone of a photograph with respect to its lightness or darkness
11
a(1)
(2)
: cotter
b
: a keystone in an arch
c
: a small piece of wood or metal used as a wedge or for preventing motion between parts
keyed; keying; keys
1
: to lock or secure with or as if with a key : fasten: such as
a
: to secure (something, as a pulley on a shaft) by a key
b
: to finish off (an arch) by inserting a keystone
: a low island or reef
slang
: a kilogram especially of marijuana or heroin
Synonyms
Example Sentences
Adjective He's a key player in the organization. The key question is “Can we afford it?”. Underline key words and phrases as you read. Their votes were key in getting the bill passed. Verb The changes to the manuscript are being keyed by the typist. her response was perfectly keyed to the situation See More
Word History
Etymology
Noun (1), Adjective, and Verb
Middle English, from Old English cǣg; akin to Old Frisian kēi key
Noun (2)
Spanish cayo, from Taino
Noun (3)
by shortening & alteration from kilo
First Known Use
Noun (1)
before the 12th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1a
Adjective
1832, in the meaning defined above
Verb
14th century, in the meaning defined at transitive sense 1
Noun (2)
1693, in the meaning defined above
Noun (3)
1966, in the meaning defined above
Time Traveler
The first known use of key was before the 12th century Phrases Containing key
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noun²
noun³
noun⁴
noun⁵
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