Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

room-key

noun
/ruːm kiː/
Definition
A small card or key that is used to unlock the door of a hotel room or other accommodation.
Examples
  • Don’t forget to pick up your room-key at the front desk when you check in.
  • She waved her room-key in the air, excited to finally get into her hotel room.
  • After a long day of travel, he was relieved to finally have his room-key and get some rest.
Meaning
A room-key is typically provided by hotels or lodgings to grant guests access to their assigned rooms. It can be a physical key or a magnetic card that allows the guest to enter and secure their room during their stay.
Synonyms
  • access card
  • keycard
  • door key