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Latchkey

A key, especially to an outside door.

📖 Definitions of "Latchkey"

noun
  1. 1

    A key, especially to an outside door.

  2. 2

    A child who is given a key to the home and is expected to remain at home alone (without adult supervision until the parents return from work).

adjective
  1. 1

    Equipped with a key; generally in the phrase latchkey child.

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