The room key
Example: Room key allows guest access to assigned room
Definition
"The room key" is a physical or digital object given to guests in hospitality settings that allows access to their assigned room. It functions as a secure means of entry, ensuring privacy and control over who can enter the room during the stay.
Etymology
The phrase "the room key" combines "room," from the Old English "rum," meaning space, and "key," from Old English "cæg," referring to a device used to open locks. Together, they form a compound noun describing a key specifically designated for a guest's room.
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"The room key" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - Hospitality - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 110 commonly used words.
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