HyperDic: safety_lock

English > 2 senses of the expression safety lock:
NOUNartifactsafety lock, safety catchguard consisting of a locking device that prevents a weapon from being fired
artifactsafety lock, safety bolta bolt that cannot be moved from outside the door or gate
English > safety lock: 2 senses > noun 1, artifact
Meaningguard consisting of a locking device that prevents a weapon from being fired.
Synonymsafety catch
Part ofgunA weapon that discharges a missile at high velocity (especially from a metal tube or barrel)
Broaderguard, safety, safety deviceA device designed to prevent injury or accidents
Spanishfiador, seguro
Catalanfiador
English > safety lock: 2 senses > noun 2, artifact
MeaningA bolt that cannot be moved from outside the door or gate.
Synonymsafety bolt
Broaderbolt, deadboltThe part of a lock that is engaged or withdrawn with a key

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