temporarykey
nounUK /ˈtɛmpərəri kiː/
US /ˈtɛmpəreri kiː/
A key that only works for a short time and then stops working.
The hotel gave us a temporary key for our room that stopped working after two days.
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2. A code or password that expires after a set time.
The app sent a temporary key to my phone so I could log in safely.
3. A backup key used only until a permanent one is ready.
The locksmith left a temporary key with the neighbor until the new lock arrived.
4. A software license that works for a limited period.
You can try the program with a temporary key for thirty days.