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A device, fitted with a lock, that is used to immobilise a bicycle when not in use
v
Used other than figuratively or idiomatically: see box, lock.
v
(transitive) To attach using a brad.
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A locking system in vehicles, where locks to all the doors can be locked or unlocked in a single operation.
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(intransitive) To put chains on the tires of one's vehicle.
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A tool use to remove a link from a chain
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(automotive) A type of special-purpose lock that when activated, prevents rearseat passengers from opening the doors from the inside.
n
A brace, band, or clasp for strengthening or holding things together.
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To strengthen with a cleat.
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A type of lock opened by a sequence of numbers or symbols.
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(transitive, figuratively, Britain, Ireland) To reinforce, strengthen; to make permanent, embed.
v
(transitive) To fasten with a cotter.
v
To fasten or hold with, or as if with, a cramp iron.
v
(transitive) To fasten or secure with a deadbolt.
adj
Fitted or secured with a deadlatch.
n
(automotive, informal) locking differential
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A mechanical device, containing a spring and a cylinder of fluid, that automatically closes an open door.
n
The control mechanism by which a door is latched and unlatched.
v
(transitive) To lock with two separate locks or bolts.
v
(transitive) To fasten together with dowels.
n
(UK, usually in the plural) Something to aid attachment during construction (screws, wall plugs, etc)
n
A hand-held remote control device used to lock/unlock motor cars etc.
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A locking mechanism that operates by hand.
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(mechanical engineering, usually uncountable) A condition that arises when a device which compresses gases seizes up because of the infiltration of liquid, which prevents further compression.
v
(transitive) To join in or with a groove.
n
A safety device that prevents activation in unsafe conditions.
v
(transitive) To fix or attach a jamb to.
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(archaic) A lock with duplicate faces so that the key can enter on either side and the lock can be mounted on either a right-hand or a left-hand door.
v
To straighten stacks of paper by lightly tapping against a flat surface.
v
(transitive, smithwork) To join by a buttweld.
n
(usually in the plural) Synonym of jumper cable
n
An object designed to open and close a lock.
n
An electronic lock operated by a keycard.
v
To form a keyseat, as by cutting.
n
The whole deep way the key has to go, the hollow or cavity.
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(databases) A lightweight lock to protect internal structures from being modified by multiple concurrent accesses.
n
A key, especially to an outside door.
adj
Equipped with a lever or levers.
n
Something that ties, a ligature.
v
(obsolete) To prepare an artillery piece for transportation (i.e., to attach it to its limber.)
n
(automotive) A device that allows the front brakes to lock independently of the rear brakes via a switch.
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Any of several devices used to secure a load on a vehicle
n
Something used for fastening, which can only be opened with a key or combination.
v
(US, slang) To prepare for an imminent event.
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Any device used to unlock a lock without the use of a key.
n
The works forming a canal lock or locks.
n
(rare) One who locks something.
n
A safety device designed to prevent touching a moving part when it is under operation.
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(mechanical engineering) A condition in which one or more of a vehicle's wheels suddenly cease to rotate due to the application of excessive brake torque, causing the affected wheel(s) to skid.
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To fix or fasten something with lute.
n
A physical barrier to protect something from unwanted contact, especially a shield to prevent accidental tripping of an emergency shutdown or power switch.
n
Alternative spelling of needle mover [A factor which noticeably influences a performance.]
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To lock using a padlock.
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To attach or secure with pins.
v
(transitive) To attach to a pinboard.
v
To lock or unlock using a remote control locking device.
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(transitive) To fit or block up with plywood.
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(idiomatic, Yorkshire, Lancashire, Manchester, of a door) To shut.
v
(transitive) To secure (a mechanical component, as in aviation) to keep it from becoming detached even under vibration.
n
A lock that cannot be picked by ordinary means.
n
A mechanism for preventing accidents in machinery.
adj
(engineering) That remains safely in place after being moved or positioned.
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A key that has parts filed away so that it will open a range of locks.
v
(transitive) To apply a splint to; to fasten with splints.
v
(transitive) To secure with a staple.
n
A kit with the basic items and instructions needed to begin something.
n
A lock enclosed in a wooden case and attached to the face of a door.
n
Alternative form of stock lock [A lock enclosed in a wooden case and attached to the face of a door.]
v
(US, dated, colloquial) To believe; to credit.
n
The alignment (and cutting) of a wheel (especially a grinding wheel) such that its surface is concentric with its axis.
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(transitive) To support or secure using a wedge.
v
To install welt (a welt or welts) to reinforce.
n
A device locked to the wheel of a motor car to prevent it from being driven; normally used to enforce payment of a traffic violation fine
adj
From start to finish. (Used especially of a sportsperson who is in the lead, winning, at every stage of an event from start to finish.)
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