key

US /kiː/
UK /kiː/
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1.

钥匙

a small piece of shaped metal with incisions cut to fit the wards of a particular lock, which is inserted into a lock and turned to open or close it.

:
I can't find my car keys.
我找不到我的车钥匙
She locked the door and put the key in her pocket.
她锁上门,把钥匙放进口袋里。
2.

关键, 要害

a thing that is of crucial importance to a situation, problem, or explanation.

:
Communication is the key to a successful relationship.
沟通是成功关系的关键
The detective found the key piece of evidence.
侦探找到了关键证据。
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关键的, 主要的

of crucial importance.

:
This is a key decision for the company's future.
这是公司未来的关键决定。
He played a key role in the negotiations.
他在谈判中扮演了关键角色。