Lock

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Meanings of 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.
   

Explanation of the word: Lock

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.

   

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Related Words for the word: Lock

unlock secure padlock
   

Translations for the word: Lock

   
hindi
लॉक

lok

लॉक

lok

ताला

taala

   
   

Antonyms for the word: Lock

unlock
   

Sample Sentences for the word: Lock

  • I need to lock my backpack when I leave it.
  • The lock on the gate keeps the yard safe.
  • Can you help me lock the drawer?
  • He forgot to lock his bike before going inside.
  • The lock clicked when I turned the key.
   

Mini Blog for the word: Lock

Lila's Adventure

In a cozy little town, there lived a curious cat named Lila. One sunny day, Lila found a shiny lock lying on the ground. “What could this lock open?” she wondered.

With her friends, a clever mouse and a playful puppy, they searched high and low. They imagined it could open a treasure chest or a secret door!

Finally, they discovered a big, old chest in the park. With a little teamwork, they unlocked it! Inside, they found colorful toys and yummy treats.

Lila learned that sometimes, the best adventures come from unlocking our imaginations! What will you unlock today?

   

Frequently Asked Questions about the word: Lock

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

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

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

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

Facts, Proverbs and Quotes about the word: Lock

Fact: Did you know that the first locks were made over 4,000 years ago in ancient Egypt? They were made of wood and used to keep treasures safe!
Proverb: A locked door keeps secrets safe. (This means that some things are better kept private.)
Quote: "The key to happiness is letting go of the past and finding joy in the present." - Unknown