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master vs skeleton key

skeleton key vs master

master and skeleton key both are nouns.

master is an adjective but skeleton key is not an adjective.

master is a verb but skeleton key is not a verb.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
master Yes Yes Yes No
skeleton key Yes No No No
As nouns, skeleton key is a hyponym of master; that is, skeleton key is a word with a more specific, narrower meaning than master:
  • master: key that secures entrance everywhere
  • skeleton key: a passkey with much of the bit filed away so that it can open different locks
master (noun) skeleton key (noun)
an original creation (i.e., an audio recording) from which copies can be made a passkey with much of the bit filed away so that it can open different locks
key that secures entrance everywhere
an artist of consummate skill
a combatant who is able to defeat rivals
an authority qualified to teach apprentices
directs the work of others
a person who has general authority over others
someone who holds a master's degree from academic institution
presiding officer of a school
an officer who is licensed to command a merchant ship
master (adjective) skeleton key (adjective)
most important element
master (verb) skeleton key (verb)
have a firm understanding or knowledge of; be on top of
be or become completely proficient or skilled in
get on top of; deal with successfully
have dominance or the power to defeat over
Difference between master and skeleton key

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