keychain

See also: key chain

English

Etymology

key + chain

Pronunciation

  • IPA(key): /ˈkiːˌt͡ʃeɪn/
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Noun

keychain (plural keychains)

A keychain with a leather key fob.
  1. A chain or ring to which a key may be attached.
  2. An ornamental piece holding such a chain or ring.
  3. (cryptography) A digital repository for the storage of cryptographic keys.

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