keyring
|key/ring|
A2
🇺🇸
/ˈkiˌrɪŋ/
🇬🇧
/ˈkiːˌrɪŋ/
holder for keys
Etymology
Etymology Information
'keyring' originates from the combination of 'key' and 'ring', where 'key' refers to a device used to open locks and 'ring' refers to a circular band.
Historical Evolution
'keyring' has remained relatively unchanged in its form and meaning since its inception in the English language.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'a ring for holding keys', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a small ring or chain of metal to which keys can be attached.
She attached her house keys to the keyring.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/01/13 17:51