lock

verb

  • To close something tightly so it can't be opened without a key.
  • To hold something tightly together, like when you lock arms with a friend.
  • To stop something from moving, like when the wheels lock up.

noun

  • Something used to keep a door or box closed, which can only be opened with a key or a special code.
  • A place on a canal where boats can go up or down between different water levels.
  • A way to keep something safe and secure.


Antonym

  • unlock

Word Explanation:

  • A lock is a special tool that helps keep things safe. When you turn the key or use a code, it opens the lock so you can get inside.

Word in hindi

लॉक

lok

Other variations in hindi

  • लॉक lok
  • ताला taala

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does 'lock' mean?

A 'lock' is a device that keeps something closed and safe, like a door or a box.

How do you pronounce 'lock'?

You say 'lock' like this: l-o-k.

What is the origin of the word 'lock'?

The word 'lock' comes from an old English word 'locc', which means to fasten or secure.

What is the meaning of 'lock' in Kannada?

The word 'lock' in Kannada is 'ಕೀಲು' (Kīlu).