keylessness
|key/less/ness|
C1
/ˈkiːləsnəs/
(keyless)
without a key
Etymology
Etymology Information
'keyless' originates from the English word 'key' combined with the suffix '-less,' indicating the absence of something.
Historical Evolution
'Keyless' evolved from the Old English word 'cæg' meaning 'key,' combined with the suffix '-less' to form 'keyless.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'without a key,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Last updated: 2025/01/23 23:10