Definitions

lock

[lok] / lɒk /

NOUN

device that fastens and bars free passage

Synonyms

STRONGEST

bolt grip latch

STRONG

bar bond catch clamp clasp clinch connection fastening fixture grapple hasp hook junction link padlock

Antonyms

STRONGEST

key

VERB

fasten, clasp

Synonyms

STRONGEST

close engage join press seal shut

STRONG

bar bolt button clench clutch embrace encircle enclose entwine grapple grasp hug latch link mesh secure unite

WEAK

button up turn the key

Antonyms

STRONGEST

disjoin open release unseal

STRONG

divide let go loose loosen separate unfasten unlock unloose

WEAK

unclasp

Example Sentences

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An inspection of the locking feature on the fuel control switches of the aircraft after the crash found no issues.

From Barron's

At least six more Major League Baseball teams just locked in a new partner for televising their games: the league itself.

From The Wall Street Journal

And when Darnold thrived, it meant they had locked in a top quarterback on a relatively cheap $33.5 million a year deal.

From The Wall Street Journal

Air India had said then that its inspections did not find any issue with the locking mechanism of the switch, which it reiterated on Monday.

From BBC

This motivates investors to “buy the dip” — which refers to the tendency to buy stocks when they drop in order to lock in a discount.

From MarketWatch

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