자물쇠를 열거나 잠그는 데 사용하는 금속 도구.
A small piece of shaped metal with incisions cut to fit the wards of a particular lock, which is inserted into a lock and turned to open or close it.
예문:
"He fumbled for his house keys in the dark."
"She turned the key in the ignition to start the car."
어떤 문제를 해결하거나 목표를 달성하기 위한 결정적인 수단.
A thing that provides a means of achieving or understanding something.
예문:
"Patience is the key to mastering a new language."
"Communication is the key to a healthy marriage."
음악에서 특정 음을 으뜸음으로 하는 음의 체계.
A system of notes based on a particular note and scale, forming the tonal basis of a piece.
예문:
"The piece is written in the key of G major."
"The singer was slightly out of key during the chorus."
컴퓨터 키보드나 악기의 건반 등 누르는 장치.
A button on a keyboard or musical instrument that is pressed to operate it.
예문:
"The piano keys were yellowed with age."
"Press any key to continue the installation."
문제의 답이나 지도 등의 기호를 설명해 놓은 것.
A list of answers to a test or explanations of symbols used in a map or diagram.
예문:
"The map key indicates that the blue lines are rivers."
"Students were asked to check their work against the key."
산호초나 모래로 이루어진 낮고 작은 섬.
A low-lying island or reef, especially in the Caribbean or off the coast of Florida.
예문:
"The boat sailed through the turquoise waters of the keys."
"Many rare birds live on this remote key."
매우 중요하거나 핵심적인.
Of crucial importance; most necessary.
예문:
"He is a key member of the research team."
"The government identified several key areas for improvement."
키보드를 사용하여 정보를 입력하다.
To enter data into a computer using a keyboard.
예문:
"The data entry clerk keyed in hundreds of records daily."
"Please key your password into the terminal."