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Definition lock in British English

lock verb

verb
/lɒk/
1

to fasten something such as a door or a container, usually with a key, so that other people cannot open it

Example

John went out and locked the door behind him.

Example

Have you locked the car?

Example

She locked the documents in the safe.

Synonyms and related words
close off close up lock out
1.1

to become fastened with a lock

Example

The door slammed and locked.

Example

This drawer won't lock.

Synonyms and related words
close off close up lock out
2

if something locks in a particular position, it is firmly fixed or held in that position

Example

The brakes locked and the car spun off the road.

Synonyms and related words
occupy set exist
2.1

to lock or fix something firmly in a particular position

Example

He locked his arms around her waist.

Synonyms and related words
fasten fix attach
3

to prevent information on a computer from being changed or looked at by someone who does not have permission

Example

All entries are locked so no unauthorized modifications can be made.

Synonyms and related words
access archive back up
4

if two people's eyes lock, they look directly into each other's eyes

Synonyms and related words
bore into exchange looks eye up
Definition lock in British English

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