Lock: meaning, definitions and examples

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lock

 

[ lษ’k ]

Noun / Verb
Oxford 3000
Context #1 | Noun

security

A mechanical device for keeping a door, lid, etc., closed, consisting of a bolt and a way of fitting securely.

Synonyms

bolt, clasp, fastener

Examples of usage

  • She turned the key and heard the lock click open.
  • He put the key in the lock and turned it to the right.
Context #2 | Verb

security

Fasten or secure (something) with a lock.

Synonyms

bolt, fasten, secure

Examples of usage

  • She locked the door behind her before leaving the house.
  • He locked the suitcase before boarding the plane.

Translations

Translations of the word "lock" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น fechar

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคคเคพเคฒเคพ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช schlieรŸen

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ mengunci

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะทะฐะผะพะบ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ zamek

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใƒญใƒƒใ‚ฏ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท verrouiller

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ cerrar

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท kilitlemek

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์ž ๊ทธ๋‹ค

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ู‚ูู„

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ uzamknout

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ uzamknรบลฅ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ้”ๅฎš

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ zakleniti

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ loka

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ า›าฑะปั‹ะฟั‚ะฐัƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒฉแƒแƒ™แƒ”แƒขแƒ•แƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ baฤŸlama

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ cerrar

Etymology

The word 'lock' originated from the Old English word 'loc' which meant 'fastening, enclosure, barrier'. The concept of locks has been essential for security and protection throughout history. Locks have evolved from simple mechanical devices to sophisticated electronic systems. Locks play a crucial role in safeguarding property and belongings, providing a sense of security and peace of mind.

See also: interlock, lockbox, lockdown, locker, locket, locks, lockup.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #4,333, this word represents useful upper-intermediate vocabulary. Understanding and using it will help you express more complex ideas effectively.