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noun
1. a mechanism for keeping a door, window, lid, or container fastened, typically
operated by a key.
"the key turned firmly in the lock"
Similar: bolt catch fastener clasp bar hasp latch

2. a short section of a canal or river with gates and sluices at each end which can
be opened or closed to change the water level, used for raising and lowering
boats.
"there was a lock every quarter of a mile"
verb
 1. fasten or secure (something) with a lock.
"she closed and locked her desk"
Similar: bolt fasten bar secure make secure make fast seal

2. restrict access to the full functionality or data of (a computer, mobile phone, file,
etc.), especially by requiring a user to verify their identity with a passcode or
other form of authentication.
"my computer is locked and I've forgotten my login info"

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Lock De!nition & Meaning

lock · 1 of 3. noun (1) · ˈläk. 1. a. : a tuft, tress, or ringlet of hair. Marie … turned to pin
up a lock of hair that had fallen on her neck. Willa Cather. b.

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LOCK | English meaning - Cambridge Dictionary

to put something in a safe place and fasten the lock: He locked the confidential
documents in his filing cabinet. You really should lock your car (up) ...

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Lock De!nition & Meaning

Lock definition, a device for securing a door, gate, lid, drawer, or the like in position
when closed, consisting of a bolt or system of bolts propelled and ...

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lock
NounEdit · Something used for fastening, which can only be opened
with a key or combination. · (computing, by extension) A mutex or
other token restricting access ...

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Lock and key

A lock is a mechanical or electronic fastening device that is released
by a physical object (such as a key, keycard, fingerprint, RFID card,
security token ...
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lock | meaning of lock in Longman Dictionary of Contemporary

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lock meaning, definition, what is lock: to fasten something, usually with a key,...: Learn
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Set screen lock on an Android device

You can set up a screen lock to help secure your Android phone or tablet. Each time
you turn on your device or wake up the screen, you'll be asked to unlock ...

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Master Lock is recognized around the world as the authentic,
enduring name in locks, combination padlocks and security products.

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Lock de"nition and meaning | Collins English Dictionary

lock in American English 1 · 1. a device for securing a door,
gate, lid, drawer, or the like in position when closed,
consisting of a bolt or system of bolts ...

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