Lexeme: key usage  
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  1. noun. Key usage refers to the specific purposes or functions for which a key, such as a cryptographic key or access key, is intended to be used. In the context of cryptography, key usage determines the operations and algorithms that a key can be utilized for, such as encryption, decryption, message authentication, digital signatures, or key exchange. Key usage is defined in the key management systems and protocols, ensuring that keys are used appropriately and securely for their designated purposes. GPT3.5
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  • noun. key usage (singular), key usages (plural)
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