Roles
Key Holder
Short Definition
A Dominant partner who controls whether or not their submissive partner can orgasm or receive sexual stimulation, through chastity. Often this is achieved by locking the submissive partner in a chastity belt, chastity cage, and/or chastity plug and 'keeping hold' of the key, implying that the submissive partner's genitals are owned or controlled by them.
Detailed Explanation
A Dominant partner who controls whether or not their submissive partner can orgasm or receive sexual stimulation, through chastity. Often this is achieved by locking the submissive partner in a chastity belt, chastity cage, and/or chastity plug and 'keeping hold' of the key, implying that the submissive partner's genitals are owned or controlled by them.
Holding the key is symbolic - it’s about owning control, building anticipation, and deepening the connection between partners. Some Keyholders wear the key (as jewelry, for instance) to reinforce their authority and celebrate the bond.
Source
This entry is based on an article from the FetLife Kinktionary. The content has been translated and adapted for the Kinky Circle Wiki.