Key
The word key has several uses:
- A key is a physical object used in a lock.
- A key (cryptography) is a piece of information, usually kept secret, used to customise ciphers.
- A key (music) is a property of a piece of music: see also key signature.
- A key (instrument) is a moving part of a musical instrument.
- A key (art) features in painting and photography.
- Typewriter and computer keyboards contain keys.
- Keying is an operation in video editing.
- The Florida keys is a place in Florida.
- A skate key is used for roller skates.