Skeleton key

noun

Word Frequency: 0.1

Definitions

1.nounA very simple design of key that usually has a cylindrical shaft (sometimes called a "shank") and a single, minimal flat, rectangular tooth or "bit".

2.nounA key that has parts filed away so that it will open a range of locks.

3.nounA master key.

Synonyms

keyway blade split key skate key key bolt betty shank bump key key bit bitting false key keyholder

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