launchkey

noun
UK /ˈlɔːntʃ kiː/
US /ˈlɔːntʃ kiː/

A launchkey is a special key you press to start something.

Press the launchkey to start the rocket game.


OTHER MEANINGS

2. A key on a computer keyboard that opens a program or starts an action.

Hit the launchkey to open the drawing app.

3. A small key used to set off a toy rocket or model.

He turned the launchkey and the toy rocket zoomed up.

4. A special pass or code that lets someone begin a mission or game.

Only the captain has the launchkey for the space mission.