1.
key ring; key chain, usually with a decorative charm
A ring or chain for carrying keys, almost always with a charm, mascot, or souvenir plaque attached; a standard souvenir, prize, and promotional item. A Japanese coinage from 'key' and 'holder'; in English a key holder would be a rack on the wall.
A 和製英語 (Japanese-made English) word; the English is 'key ring' or 'key chain.' The charm is the point: a キーホルダー is bought for its design, and shops at every tourist spot sell them.
Common collocations
- キーホルダーを付ける: to attach a key charm
- ご当地キーホルダー: a local-souvenir key ring
- キーホルダーをコレクションする: to collect key rings