Street
key
What does key mean?
A kilogram (about 2.2 pounds) of cannabis; bulk/trafficking weight.
"They got busted moving a key across state lines."
Origin
Phonetic slang for 'kilo' (kilogram).
Frequently asked questions
What does 'key' mean in drug slang?
A key is a kilogram (about 2.2 pounds) of a drug, most often used for cannabis or cocaine at trafficking-level weights.
Why is a kilo called a key?
It's a phonetic shortening of 'kilo', which sounds like it starts with 'key'.
How much is a key of weed?
A key is one kilogram, roughly 2.2 pounds, a large bulk quantity.
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