Definitions

1. noun

A specific word or phrase used to identify or describe a person, place, or thing, especially in a search or database.

“The search engine returned no results for the misspelled keyword.”

2. verb

To give or assign a specific word or phrase to something or someone, especially for identification or search purposes.

“The editor keyworded the article with relevant terms for better search visibility.”

3. adjective

Relating to or used in the search or identification of a specific word or phrase.

“The keyworded field is required for the search to function properly.”