Key Chain

Pronunciation: /kiː tʃeɪn/

Definitions of key chain

noun a small chain or ring that holds keys together

Example Sentences

A1 I have a key chain with my house key on it.

A2 She bought a new key chain to hold all her keys.

B1 I lost my key chain at the park and had to retrace my steps to find it.

B2 The key chain I bought has a built-in flashlight and bottle opener.

C1 The antique key chain I inherited from my grandmother is a cherished possession.

C2 As a collector, I have key chains from all over the world displayed in my home.

Examples of key chain in a Sentence

formal She attached her keys to a key chain for easy access.

informal I love collecting key chains from different places I visit.

slang Check out this cool key chain I got at the souvenir shop!

figurative The key chain to success is hard work and determination.

Grammatical Forms of key chain

• plural: key chains
• comparative: more key chain
• superlative: most key chain
• present tense: key chain
• future tense: will key chain
• perfect tense: have key chained
• continuous tense: is key chaining
• singular: key chain
• positive degree: key chain
• infinitive: to key chain
• gerund: key chaining
• participle: key chained

Origin and Evolution of key chain

First Known Use: 1922 year

Language of Origin: English

Story behind the word: The term 'key chain' originated from the combination of the words 'key' and 'chain' to refer to a group of keys held together by a chain or ring.

Evolution of the word: Originally used to describe a chain or ring for holding keys together, the term 'key chain' has evolved to also refer to decorative or functional items attached to key rings, such as trinkets or small tools.