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key2

Pronunciation: /kiː/

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Definition of key

noun

a low-lying island or reef, especially in the Caribbean. Compare with cay.

Origin:

late 17th century: from Spanish cayo 'shoal, reef', influenced by quay

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Definition of key in the US English dictionary

Nearby words

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Kew Gardens
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kewpie
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key card
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key industry
Key Largo
key light

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