keyhole
/ˈkiˌhoʊ̯l/ sustantivo C2En español: ojo, bocallave
- The hole in a lock where the key is inserted and turns.
- Any small opening resembling the hole for a key in shape or function; especially, one that gives a vista of, or access to, a space beyond.
- A small incision through which surgical instruments can reach into an anatomic space beyond.
- A circle cut out of a garment as a decorative effect, typically at the front or back neckline of a dress.
- A hole or excavation in beams intended to be joined together, to receive the key that fastens them.
- A mortise for a key or cotter.
- A transient column of vapor or plasma formed when using high energy beams, such as lasers, for welding or cutting. · laser keyhole welding· keyhole plasma
- A welding method in which a hole forms in the surface immediately ahead of the puddle in the direction of welding. The hole is filled as the weld progresses.
Plural keyholes
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He, through the keyhole, maketh glad;
Come back here, out of a line with that keyhole.
The door was closed, but I looked through the keyhole, and saw him so pale and haggard, that believing him very ill, I went and told M.
The brigadier had put his eye to the keyhole, and had discovered Andrea in a posture of entreaty.
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