Basic Details
Word: Keyhole
Part of Speech: Noun
Meaning: A small opening in a door or lock where a key is inserted.
Synonyms: Lock hole, Door hole
Antonyms: N/A
Idioms and Phrases
- Keyhole view: To have a limited or narrow perspective on a situation. Example: "He only saw the problem through a keyhole view, missing the bigger picture."
- Through the keyhole: To see something in a sneaky or secretive manner. Example: "She peered through the keyhole to see if her brother was home."
Usage Examples
Example 1: The old door had a rusty keyhole that had not been used in years.
Example 2: He turned the key slowly in the keyhole, excited to see what was inside the locked room.
Example 3: The detective carefully inspected the keyhole for any signs of tampering.
Fun Fact
Did you know that keyholes have existed for thousands of years? The earliest keyholes were found in ancient Roman churches and were designed to protect valuable items from thieves.
Famous Quote
"Our view of the world is often limited to what we see through the keyhole." Unknown
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "keyhole" mean?
a) A type of lock
b) A small opening for a key
c) A door without a lock
d) A kind of furniture
Answer: b) A small opening for a key
2. Which of these is a synonym of "keyhole"?
a) Window
b) Door hole
c) Key ring
d) Lock
Answer: b) Door hole
3. Which sentence uses "keyhole" correctly?
a) The cat jumped through the keyhole.
b) She looked at the keyhole hoping to see inside the locked room.
c) He painted the keyhole a bright colour.
d) The keyhole flew away with the wind.
Answer: b) She looked at the keyhole hoping to see inside the locked room.
4. Which idiom means the same as "keyhole"?
a) Through the keyhole
b) Hold the key
c) At the drop of a hat
d) A key to success
Answer: a) Through the keyhole
5. What is the opposite of "keyhole"?
a) N/A
b) Window
c) Trapdoor
d) Locked door
Answer: a) N/A
