Key
01
钥匙, 关键
a specially shaped piece of metal used for locking or unlocking a door, starting a car, etc.
例子
He turned the key in the ignition to start the car's engine.
他转动点火装置中的钥匙以启动汽车发动机。
02
键, 按钮
one of many buttons that one presses or taps to operate a computer, telephone, or cell phone
例子
Touchscreen devices utilize virtual keys displayed on the screen, allowing users to interact by tapping or swiping to input text, execute commands, or navigate menus.
触摸屏设备利用屏幕上显示的虚拟键，允许用户通过点击或滑动来输入文本、执行命令或导航菜单。
03
键, 按钮
a mechanical part that is pressed or activated to produce sound in musical instruments
例子
He mastered the difficult technique of playing with both hands on different keys.
他掌握了用双手在不同的键上演奏的困难技巧。
04
关键, 关键因素
a crucial factor in achieving or understanding something
例子
The key to solving the puzzle lies in understanding the pattern.
解决这个谜题的关键在于理解模式。
例子
He adjusted his key to match the speaker's deep, resonant tone.
他调整了自己的音调以匹配演讲者深沉、共鸣的语调。
06
调, 调式
a set of notes based on a particular note that form the tonal basis of a musical passage
例子
She modulated smoothly from the key of C major to A minor, creating a subtle shift in mood.
她流畅地从C大调调到A小调，营造出情绪的微妙变化。
例子
He used a small key to wind the antique clock on the mantel.
他用一把小钥匙给壁炉架上的古董钟上发条。
例子
The architect praised the key for holding the entire structure of the arch in place.
建筑师称赞了拱顶石将拱门的整个结构固定在原位。
例子
The key to the table helps you understand the different abbreviations used for data.
表格的图例帮助您理解数据中使用的不同缩写。
例子
He used the key to solve the crossword puzzle more quickly.
他用了答案来更快地解决填字游戏。
11
禁区, 油漆区
(basketball) the area near the basket, where players often position themselves for rebounds, screens, or post moves
例子
The point guard passed the ball to his teammate in the key, who made a quick move for the basket.
控球后卫将球传给了在禁区内的队友，后者迅速向篮筐移动。
12
公斤, 千克
a kilogram, especially of an illegal drug
Informal例子
After the raid, the officers recovered several keys of illicit drugs.
突袭后，官员们查获了几公斤的非法毒品。
13
翅果, 双翅果
a type of seed with a wing-like structure that helps it to be carried by the wind, often found in certain tree species
例子
The children enjoyed collecting the keys from the sycamore trees during their walk.
孩子们在散步时喜欢从梧桐树上收集钥匙。
例子
The meeting was conducted in a formal key, emphasizing professionalism and efficiency.
会议以正式的基调进行，强调了专业性和效率。
15
钥匙, 最后一块
the final piece or board used to complete a floor or surface installation, ensuring the structure is secure
例子
The key was inserted to complete the floor installation.
插入关键件以完成地板安装。
16
钥匙, 权力钥匙
(in the plural) a symbol of authority or control within a prison pod or gang
Slang例子
Conflicts are often resolved by those with the keys.
冲突通常由拥有钥匙的人解决。
to key
01
鉴定, 分类
to identify or classify an organism, species, or object using a system of questions or characteristics, typically in fields like botany, biology, or taxonomy
例子
After examining the features, she was able to key the insect to its correct family.
在检查了特征之后，她能够将昆虫分类到正确的科中。
02
调整, 个性化
to tailor an advertisement to a specific audience
例子
They key their ads to different age groups to improve engagement and response rates.
他们调整广告以适应不同的年龄群体，以提高参与度和回应率。
例子
The conductor asked the orchestra to key their instruments before the performance.
指挥要求乐团在演出前调音他们的乐器。
04
刮花, 用钥匙破坏
to vandalize or scratch a car, typically with a key, as an act of damage or protest
例子
The thief did n't steal anything but keyed several cars in the parking lot.
小偷没有偷任何东西，但在停车场用钥匙划伤了几辆车。
05
给予访问权限, 登记
to give access or control by providing a key or code
例子
She keyed the door to allow entry into the new office.
她用钥匙打开了门，允许进入新办公室。
06
输入, 键入
to enter information or data into a computer or electronic device using a keyboard
例子
The assistant keyed in the customer's information for the order.
助手输入了客户的订单信息。
07
为拱门安装拱心石, 用拱心石固定拱门
to provide an arch with its central supporting stone
例子
They carefully keyed the stone to finish the archway.
他们仔细地键合了石头以完成拱门。
