keyless

[kee-lis]

adjective

1. lacking a key or keys. key.

2. requiring no key or keys: key.

   a keyless lock operated by a series of push buttons.

Word History and Origins

Origin of keyless¹

First recorded in 1815–25; key ¹ + -less

Example Sentences

By 3 p.m., bulldozers were moving in, pushing abandoned, keyless cars out of the way to clear the path for the fire trucks.

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In base format, they each come standard with keyless entry and ignition, an 8-inch infotainment touchscreen, and wireless connectivity for Apple CarPlay and Android Auto smartphone integration.

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It also installed a special keyless system for cars, so that people wouldn't have to wait around for someone to hand over the key.

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The difference between keyless entry and the remotes that unlock your car is that keyless entry fobs are always transmitting, so when you get near your car and touch the door, it will unlock.

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A mother has spoken about the "creepy" moment a thief was able to steal her keyless car.

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