latchkey

  1. Noun.  A key, especially to an outside door.
  2. Noun.  A child who is given a key to the home and is expected to remain at home alone (without adult supervision until the parents return from work).
  3. Adjective.  Equipped with a key; generally in the phrase ''latchkey child''.

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