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Drop keys

Scope note

Keys having a bow or handle pivoted to the shank so that it may drop or fall parallel with the surface of the door. STEIN

Term type

AAT

Getty AAT term number

300033586

Broader Terms used

keys (hardware)

Term used for

keys, drop

Equivalent Terms used

drop key

Created

13yrs ago

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