| 单词 | key |
| 释义 | key key // adjective, noun, verb
■ adjective [usually before noun]
most important; essential: Japan is a key market for us. We identified five key areas for investment. They emerged as a key player in the pharmaceuticals market. This project is key to our financial success. a key component of our strategy Thorough preparation is key.
■ noun
ALT KEY, CONTROL KEY, ESCAPE KEY, HOT KEY, SCROLL KEY, SHIFT KEY
1 [C, usually sing.] a thing that makes you able to achieve or understand sth: In our industry, the key to success is minimizing costs. This plan holds (= is)the key to development in the region. ◆ (especially AmE) The key is to work as a team. The key lies in recognizing what's important.
2 [C] any of the buttons that you press to operate a computer: Press the escape key to quit the program.
■ verb key sth (in) | key sth (into sth) to put information into a computer using a keyboard: Key (in) your password. SYN ENTER
PHRASAL VERBS
key sth to sth (usually be keyed to) to link sth closely to sth else: Pricing is keyed to value. |
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