NOUN: "a usually metal instrument that is used to open a lock or to start or access a mechanism" Crossword Clue

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NOUN: "a usually metal instrument that is used to open a lock or to start or access a mechanism" Crossword Answer

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(noun)
1. a coral reef off the southern coast of Florida
2. (basketball) a space (including the foul line) in front of the basket at each end of a basketball court; usually painted a different color from the rest of the court
(verb)
1. identify as in botany or biology, for example
2. harmonize with or adjust to
(adjective)
1. serving as an essential component

Hint 2: Clue Definitions

MECHANISM (noun)
1. the atomic process that occurs during a chemical reaction
2. the technical aspects of doing something
INSTRUMENT (verb)
1. write an instrumental score for
2. address a legal document to
INSTRUMENT (noun)
1. any of various devices or contrivances that can be used to produce musical tones or sounds
2. the means whereby some act is accomplished

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