What does padlock mean?
Padlock means A detachable lock that can be used to secure something by means of a sliding or hinged shackle.
Padlock
/ˈpæ̞dˌlɒk/ · noun
Meaning
A detachable lock that can be used to secure something by means of a sliding or hinged shackle.
Definitions by Sense
- A detachable lock that can be used to secure something by means of a sliding or hinged shackle
- (transitive) To lock using a padlock.
Example Sentences
Janitors padlock the gates.
Synonyms for padlock
Antonyms for padlock
Related Words
Word Forms
- padlocks
- padlocking
- padlocked
Usage Notes
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How do you use padlock in a sentence?
Janitors padlock the gates.
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