lock

noun
[L1132]

Compounds

In compounds

Forms

  • singular : lock
  • plural : locks
  • USPS abbreviation, singular : LCK
  • USPS abbreviation, plural : LCKS

Senses

  • object designed to prevent something from being opened or accessed
  • system for raising and lowering boats
  • system used to ignite propellant of firearm

lock

verb
[L7733]

Compounds

In compounds

Forms

  • simple present : lock
  • simple present, singular, third person : locks
  • simple past : locked
  • present participle : locking
  • past participle : locked

Senses

  • close something securely
  • attach, fastening, secured with a lock