keycard
See also: key card
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Etymology 1 edit
From key (“lock opener”) + card (“piece of plastic”).
Noun edit
keycard (plural keycards)
- A usually plastic card which stores a digital signature that is used to operate an electronic access control lock.
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plastic card
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Etymology 2 edit
From key (“important”) + card (“playing card”).
Noun edit
keycard (plural keycards)