Keys

4 lettersnouncommon

Updated June 2026

Definition

Small metal instruments used to operate locks; important or essential elements for understanding something.

“I left my car keys on the kitchen counter.”

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Synonyms

locks codes solutions

Word Game Tips

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Wordle

Four letters with K, E, Y, S pattern.

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Scrabble

Worth 11 points with K and Y tiles.

Words Related to Keys

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beys deys keas kegs kens

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5-letter words you can spell by adding one letter to “keys”.

ensky fykes kytes pesky rykes skewy skiey skyed skyey skyre skyte sukey sykes tykes yelks yerks yeuks yikes yokes

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