key chain

noun

: a device that is used to hold keys and that usually consists of a metal ring, a short chain, and sometimes a small decoration

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Other brands have simply shrunk their bottles, the better to transport them in your pocket, around your neck, attached to your key chain or perhaps on a chatelaine around your waist. Chloe Schama, Vogue, 1 Sep. 2026 One person may trade a dolphin key chain from the 90s for a vintage matchbox. Jessica Safavimehr, Southern Living, 25 May 2026 The new 250 boots will also feature a special hangtag that commemorates the anniversary and includes a golden bottle opener key chain that is attached to each boot. Karla Rodriguez, Footwear News, 8 May 2026 In a search of Adams’ apartment in November, the BCA found a key on a key chain that was later determined to fit the door to the human resources and personnel office at Cub, the complaint said. Mara H. Gottfried, Twin Cities, 6 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for key chain

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“Key chain.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/key%20chain. Accessed 12 Sep. 2026.

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