Lock: meaning, definitions and examples
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lock
[ lษk ]
security
A mechanical device for keeping a door, lid, etc., closed, consisting of a bolt and a way of fitting securely.
Synonyms
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.
Translations
Translations of the word "lock" in other languages:
๐ต๐น fechar
๐ฎ๐ณ เคคเคพเคฒเคพ
๐ฉ๐ช schlieรen
๐ฎ๐ฉ mengunci
๐บ๐ฆ ะทะฐะผะพะบ
๐ต๐ฑ zamek
๐ฏ๐ต ใญใใฏ
๐ซ๐ท verrouiller
๐ช๐ธ cerrar
๐น๐ท kilitlemek
๐ฐ๐ท ์ ๊ทธ๋ค
๐ธ๐ฆ ููู
๐จ๐ฟ uzamknout
๐ธ๐ฐ uzamknรบลฅ
๐จ๐ณ ้ๅฎ
๐ธ๐ฎ zakleniti
๐ฎ๐ธ loka
๐ฐ๐ฟ าาฑะปัะฟัะฐั
๐ฌ๐ช แฉแแแแขแแ
๐ฆ๐ฟ baฤlama
๐ฒ๐ฝ 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.