Phrase guide

safety lock

noun · 4 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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1

noun

Meaning 1

A lock that cannot be picked by ordinary means.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

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Synonyms: none provided

Antonyms: none provided

2

noun

Meaning 2

A lock with some device for preventing accidental firing of the weapon.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Topics: engineering, firearms, government, military, natural-sciences, physical-sciences, politics, tools, war, weaponry

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3

noun

Meaning 3

a bolt that cannot be moved from outside the door or gate

Definition source: Princeton WordNet 3.0

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Synonyms: safety bolt

Antonyms: none provided

Broader terms: bolt, deadbolt

4

noun

Meaning 4

guard consisting of a locking device that prevents a weapon from being fired

Definition source: Princeton WordNet 3.0

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Meaning relationships

Synonyms: safety catch

Antonyms: none provided

Broader terms: guard, safety, safety device

History

Etymology

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