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Definition of passkey
passkey
/ˈpæsˌkiː/
pass · key
Plural:passkeys
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CEFR
B2
Grade
7
Tier
2
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• noun
1
A digital cryptographic credential that allows a user to sign in to a website, application, or device without entering a password, typically verified using biometrics or a device PIN.
Example
"She set up a passkey on her smartphone so she could log into her banking app using facial recognition."
2
A master key capable of opening several different locks in a building, or a private key kept by an authorized person for restricted access.
Example
"The building superintendent used a passkey to unlock the storage room on the third floor."
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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Passkey. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/passkey