Meaning & Definition of Keyhole in English
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Keyhole
A hole for a key in a lock.
Pronunciation:
/ˈkiːhoʊl/Part of Speech:
nounPlural:
keyholesDetailed Definitions
Definition: A small opening or slit wherein a key is inserted to operate a lock.
Example Sentence: She peered through the keyhole to see who was at the door.
Definition: A small aperture that resembles a keyhole in shape.
Example Sentence: The old door had a rusty keyhole that barely worked.
Etymology
Origin: The word originates from the combination of 'key' and 'hole', referring to the hole where a key is inserted.
Synonyms
lock openingapertureslot
Common Phrases and Expressions
- through the keyhole: to look secretively or sneakily at something
- keyhole surgery: a minimally invasive surgical procedure using small incisions
Translations
- Spanish: agujero de la cerradura
- French: trou de serrure
- German: Schlüsselloch
- Russian: скважина замка
Related Words
- lock: A mechanism for securing a door, gate, or container.
- key: A small metal instrument used to open locks.
Slang Meanings of keyhole
Meaning: To be nosy or intrusive
Example Sentence: Stop keyholing into their conversation!