deadbolt (HyperDic hyper-dictionary)

English > 1 sense of the word *deadbolt*:
NOUN	artifact	deadbolt, bolt	the part of a lock that is engaged or withdrawn with a key

deadbolt > pronunciation
Sounds	deh'dbow.lt
Rhymes	bolt ... volt: 9 rhymes with owlt...

English > *deadbolt*: 1 sense > noun 1, artifact
Meaning	The part of a lock that is engaged or withdrawn with a key.
Synonym	bolt
Part of	lock	A fastener fitted to a door or drawer to keep it firmly closed
Narrower	safety bolt, safety lock	A bolt that cannot be moved from outside the door or gate
Broader	bar	A rigid piece of metal or wood
Spanish	cerrojo

HyperDic: deadbolt