keyless

Lacking metal unlocker

Keyless describes something that operates without a traditional physical key.

A keyless entry system unlocks car doors with a fob or code.

Keyless ignition starts an engine with a button press rather than turning a key in the ignition.

The term extends to any lock or access system using codes, cards, or biometrics instead of metal keys.

car

push-button

Depressible activation mechanism

ignition · hands-free · remote · wireless · sensor · unlock · engine · automatic · convenience · modern

security

authentication

Confirming genuine identity

entry · digital · code · PIN · fingerprint · passcode · lock · unlock · deadbolt · touchscreen

Categories
Opposites
access mechanism

keylesskeyed

Set to pitch

cylinder lock · deadbolt · tumbler lock · padlocked

musical tonality

keylesstonal

Relating to pitch

keyed · diatonic · modal · major · minor

Phrases
Family

key, keyboard, keyhole, keynote, keystone, keying, keystones, turnkey, keyboardist

Familiarity
Top 100,000
Profile
Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Everyday, not technical · Rated G