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1keyhole

noun key·hole \ˈkē-ˌhōl\

: the opening in a lock into which a key is placed

Full Definition of KEYHOLE

1
:  a hole for receiving a key
2
:  key 12
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First Known Use of KEYHOLE

circa 1592

2keyhole

adjective

Definition of KEYHOLE

1
:  revealingly intimate <a keyhole report>
2
:  intent on revealing intimate details <keyhole columnists>

First Known Use of KEYHOLE

1937
KEYHOLE Defined for Kids

keyhole

noun key·hole \ˈkē-ˌhōl\

Definition of KEYHOLE for Kids

:  a hole for receiving a key
Medical Dictionary

keyhole

adjective key·hole \ˈkē-ˌhōl\

Medical Definition of KEYHOLE

1
:  relating to, used in, or being a minimally invasive operation or surgical procedure (as laparoscopy or arthroscopy) in which one or more small incisions are made to permit passage of instruments (as an endoscope and forceps) into the body <keyhole surgery for gall bladder removal>
2
:  being a small incision made in keyhole surgery

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