Choose the perfect synonym or antonym for the word A device used to secure something, preventing access or movement.
Lock
/lɔk/Synonyms:
Antonyms:
Examples:
Some nights he would secretly enter the locked room.
He went in quietly, locking the door behind him.
Open locks, whoever knocks! (Enter Macbeth) Macbeth:
Etymology:
The term "lock" originated from Old English "locc" meaning "fastening" or "barrier." It's believed to be related to Dutch "lok" and German "Loch," embodying the idea of securing or enclosing.
Usage Statistics:
43 mentions per 1 million words 
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