keyword
noun/ˈkiːwɜːd/
/ˈkiːwɜːrd/
- a word or concept that is very important in a particular context
- When you're studying a language, the keyword is patience.
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- a word or phrase that you type on a computer or phone to give an instruction or to search for information about something
- Enter the keyword ‘restaurants’ and click on Search.
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