key down
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Sense 1
Meaning · English
To lower in pitch, level, or intensity; to tone down.
Where it’s used:
Used
American English
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Sense 2
Meaning · English
To relax.
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “key down” mean?
To lower in pitch, level, or intensity; to tone down.
Is “key down” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.