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[けん()]
ken
noun

English Meaning(s) for 鍵

noun
  1. key (of a piano, etc.)

Definition and Synonyms for 鍵

Key metal device shaped in such a way that when it is inserted into the appropriate lock the lock's mechanism can be rotated
Synonyms: きー, キー, ,
Spanner a hand tool that is used to hold or twist a nut or bolt
Synonyms: スパナ, レンチ, ,
Key something crucial for explaining
Synonyms: きー, キー, ヒント, キーポイント, 手がかり, 手掛け, 手蔓, 決め手, 秘訣, 秘鑰, 糸口, , , 要訣, 要諦, 足がかり, ,
Clew evidence that helps to solve a problem
Synonyms: きー, キー, ヒント, きっかけ, 傍証, 小口, 手がかり, 手掛け, 手蔓, 示唆, 端緒, 糸口, , , 足がかり, , , 食いつき, 食いつく
Hint a slight indication
Synonyms: きー, キー, ヒント, ほのめかし, ほのめかす, 手がかり, 手掛け, 手蔓, 暗示, 示唆, 端緒, 糸口, , , ,

Meanings for each kanji in 鍵

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Categories 鍵 is a member of

Device an instrumentality invented for a particular purpose
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Hand Tool a tool used with workers' hands
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Explanation thought that makes something comprehensible
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Evidence an indication that makes something evident
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Indication something that serves to indicate or suggest
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