The keycard
Example: Keycard grants access to secured areas electronically
Definition
"The keycard" refers to a small, flat card embedded with a magnetic strip or chip used to electronically unlock doors or grant access to secured areas, often in hotels, offices, or restricted facilities, replacing traditional mechanical keys for enhanced security and convenience.
Etymology
The term "the keycard" combines "key," derived from Old English 'cæg,' meaning a device to open locks, and "card," from the Latin 'charta,' meaning a piece of paper or flat material. Did you know? The use of cards as keys became popular with the rise of electronic access systems in the late 20th century.
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"The keycard" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - Security - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 110 commonly used words.
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