bump key

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Definition of bump key in English English dictionary

A lockpicking tool in the form of a key of the type generally used to open a lock, on which all pin position 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

Related Terms

bump keys

plural form of bump key

Turkish pronunciation

bʌmp ki

Pronunciation

/ˈbəmp ˈkē/ /ˈbʌmp ˈkiː/