keys to the kingdom

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Definition of keys to the kingdom in English English dictionary

A resource, usually information or knowledge, the possession of which gives the possessor access to power

This fortress, from its strong position, was considered as one of the keys to the kingdom, and had belonged to the Earl of March, a disappointed candidate for the crown, who had now attached himself to the banner of England.

Hyphenation

keys to the king·dom

Turkish pronunciation

kiz tı dhi kîngdım

Pronunciation

/ˈkēz tə ᴛʜē ˈkəɴɢdəm/ /ˈkiːz tə ðiː ˈkɪŋdəm/

Etymology

() Originating from the concept of resources that were the means of obtaining control over an actual kingdom, i.e., a realm under the rulership of a king.