latchkey

A key for a door that can be used to open it from the outside, typically carried by children who let themselves in after school.

ریشه

From 'latch' (a device for keeping a door or gate closed) + 'key'.

مثال

• She always wore her latchkey around her neck.
• Latchkeys are commonly given to children who need to let themselves into their homes.
• The latchkey jingled in his pocket as he walked home from school.

ترکیب‌های رایج

Carry a latchkey Use a latchkey Give a latchkey to someone Let oneself in with a latchkey