A key that will open a number of different locks, each of which has its own particular key. Frequently in extended use. Cf. passepartout, n. 1.
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| 释义 | society > occupation and work > equipment > building and constructing equipment > fastenings > [noun] > key > master-key (3) master key1577 A key that will open a number of different locks, each of which has its own particular key. Frequently in extended use. Cf. passepartout, n. 1. pass-key1633 A special key of a door or gate giving privileged access, esp. a key which operates any one of a number of locks, a master key (also figurative); a… passepartout1675 Originally: †a person who may go anywhere (obsolete). Subsequently: a thing giving a person the right or opportunity to go anywhere; spec. a key… |
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