nounπShareSomething used for fastening, which can only be opened with a key or combination."The students use locks on their lockers to keep their books safe. "propertyutilitybuildingitemChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShare(by extension) A mutex or other token restricting access to a resource."The new software program has several locks to prevent multiple students from editing the same file simultaneously. "computingtechnologyChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareA segment of a canal or other waterway enclosed by gates, used for raising and lowering boats between levels."The small boat slowly rose in the locks as water filled the chamber, allowing it to continue its journey up the river. "nauticalarchitecturetechnologyChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareThe firing mechanism."The old rifle's locks were rusty, so it wouldn't fire. "devicemachineweapontechnicalpartChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareComplete control over a situation."The experienced CEO had the company's future in her locks, guiding every decision with confidence. "situationabilityChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareSomething sure to be a success."With her excellent grades and strong work ethic, Sarah's acceptance into a top university locks her a promising future. "achievementbusinessoutcomeChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareA player in the scrum behind the front row, usually the tallest members of the team."The rugby team's locks, known for their height and strength, pushed hard in the scrum. "sportpositionChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareA fastening together or interlacing; a closing of one thing upon another; a state of being fixed or immovable."The locks on the canal gates ensure that water doesn't flow through when they are closed. "utilityitemtechnologyChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareA place from which egress is prevented, as by a lock."The suspect was held in locks at the police station. "propertyplaceChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareA device for keeping a wheel from turning."The bicycle's front wheel locks kept it from rolling away. "devicemachinevehicleChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareA grapple in wrestling."The wrestler tightened his locks on his opponent's arms, trying to gain control. "sportChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareTo become fastened in place."If you put the brakes on too hard, the wheels will lock."actionfunctionChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareTo fasten with a lock."Remember to lock the door when you leave."propertyutilityactionChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareTo be capable of becoming fastened in place."This door locks with a key."buildingpropertyactionChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareTo intertwine or dovetail."We locked arms and stepped out into the night."structureactionChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShare(break dancing) To freeze one's body or a part thereof in place."a pop and lock routine"dancesportentertainmentChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareTo furnish (a canal) with locks."The engineers will locks the new canal to allow boats to navigate the different water levels. "nauticalutilityChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareTo raise or lower (a boat) in a lock."The boat locks through the canal to get to the higher water level. "nauticalvehicleChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareTo seize (e.g. the sword arm of an antagonist) by turning the left arm around it, to disarm him."During the self-defense class, the instructor demonstrated how to locks an attacker's wrist, preventing them from using the knife. "actionsportmilitaryweaponhumanChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareTo modify (a thread) so that users cannot make new posts in it."The teacher locked the discussion thread about the upcoming exam, so students couldn't post any more questions. "internetcomputingtechnologycommunicationChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShare(WMF jargon) To prevent a page from being edited by other users."Frequently vandalized pages are generally locked to prevent further damage."internetcomputingtechnologyChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareA tuft or length of hair, wool etc."Her long, golden locks cascaded down her back. "appearancebodyChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareA small quantity of straw etc."The farmer gathered the locks of straw scattered in the field after the harvest. "materialitemChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareA quantity of meal, the perquisite of a mill-servant.""Old Silas, the miller's apprentice, earned extra money each week from the locks of flour he was allowed to keep from the grinding." "foodjobagricultureeconomyChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading