key
nounHow many syllables in key?
There is 1 syllable in the word key.Divide key into syllables:
key
How to pronounce key:
Definition of key:
- key (noun):
- a usually metal instrument that is used to open a lock or to start or access a mechanism
- a specially shaped metal instrument for moving the bolt of a lock so as to lock or unlock a door, suitcase, etc.
- metal device shaped in such a way that when it is inserted into the appropriate lock the lock's mechanism can be rotated.
Synonyms for key:
bit
cay
device
door key
florida key
francis scott key
headstone
ignition key
key fruit
keystone
latchkey
master
opener
paint
passe-partout
passkey
samara
shank
stem
tonality
winder
Antonyms for key:
brain-teaser
brainteaser
challenge
lock
problem
puzzle
puzzler
query
question
quiz
riddle
stumper
twister
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