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lock

UK/lɒk/US
NGSL 2kIELTSA2

Definitions

v.

To fasten or secure with a lock; to become fixed in place

锁上,锁住;固定

n.

A device for fastening a door or container, opened with a key or combination; a section of a canal with gates for raising or lowering boats; a strand of hair

锁;水闸;一缕头发

Root Breakdown

Native English
lockother
=lock

Common Collocations

  • 1.lock the door锁上门
  • 2.lock and key锁和钥匙

Example Sentences

  • 1.

    Remember to lock the door when you leave the house.

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