How Do You Spell KEYAGE?

Pronunciation: [kˈiːɪd͡ʒ] (IPA)

The word "keyage" is spelled with a 'k' and a 'y' because it comes from the French word 'cayage,' which has a similar pronunciation. The IPA phonetic transcription for 'keyage' is /kiːɪdʒ/, where the 'k' sound is long and sharp, the 'i' is pronounced as 'ee,' the first 'e' is reduced, and the final 'age' is pronounced with a soft 'j' sound. This term is commonly used in the shipping industry and refers to the charge for handling cargo at a dock or port.

KEYAGE Meaning and Definition

1. Keyage is a term used to describe a fee, charge or tax paid for the use of a key or lock. This term is most commonly seen in historical contexts, particularly in relation to tolls and customs duties. Keyage fees were often imposed on individuals or merchants who needed to access or transport goods through a controlled or protected area.

   In the past, keyage fees were collected in various ways depending on the specific jurisdiction. Some keyage fees were directly levied on individuals who possessed keys, while in other cases, the fees were imposed on the goods being transported. The purpose of keyage fees was to ensure that individuals or merchants who used keys for entry or transport paid a proportionate amount to cover any maintenance or protection costs associated with the area or facility.

   The concept of keyage has evolved significantly over time, with the decline of fortified areas and the advent of modern locking systems. As a result, the term is now primarily used in historical literature and legal documents to refer to these historical fees. The word itself derives from the Middle English word "key," referring to the device used to unlock or secure something, and the suffix "-age," which was often used to denote a fee or charge.

Common Misspellings for KEYAGE

• jeyage
• meyage
• leyage
• oeyage
• ieyage
• kwyage
• ksyage
• kdyage
• kryage
• k4yage
• k3yage
• ketage
• kegage
• kehage
• keuage
• ke7age
• ke6age
• keyzge
• mkeyage
• keyagfe