lonekey

noun
UK /ˈləʊnkiː/
US /ˈloʊnkiː/

A lonekey is a special key that works all by itself.

She found a lonekey hidden under the doormat and used it to open the old shed.


OTHER MEANINGS

2. A key that is the only one of its kind, with no copies made.

The museum keeps a lonekey for the rare cabinet so no one can duplicate it.

3. A password or code that grants access on its own, without any other step.

The app sends a lonekey to your phone so you can log in with just one tap.

4. In a game, a special key that appears alone and opens a secret door.

Grab the lonekey on level three to unlock the treasure room.