ENGLISH DICTIONARY

Lockpin

Definition, Meaning & Examples

Part of speech noun

Quick meaning: Lockpin is a noun meaning (chiefly aviation) A pin used to lock a mechanism and prevent it from moving.

Meaning

(chiefly aviation) A pin used to lock a mechanism and prevent it from moving.

Example Sentences

The lockpin housing contains a bushing for the parking lockpin mechanism and a bonded nylon strap.
These safety lockpins, when engaged, prevent the main locking pins from disengaging, regardless of hydraulic pressure.
The pulling force exerted by the arms will then cause the spring-loaded lockpin retract collar to contact two fiberglass catches in the receptacle.

Word Forms

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include uplock, cloche, stick, flag, tailhook, pushrod.

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