bump key en · NOUN
Meanings
- A lockpicking tool in the form of a key of the type generally used to open a lock, on which all pins have been cut down to the lowest position, so that striking this key sharply with a hammer while applying turning force at just the right instant after the impact will 'bump' open a lock.
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| bump keys | Number=Plur | lexicographic |