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Word of the Day Wednesday, June 10, 2026

keying

/kiːɪŋ/ verb · British & US
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What does keying mean?

verb

The act of giving a key or keys to someone, or the process of making something into a key. The act of assigning a key or keys to a particular function or operation.

Example

"The artist spent hours keying in the intricate details of the painting."

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