locked–in

adjective \ˈläkt-ˈin\

Definition of LOCKED-IN

: not subject to adjustment : fixed <locked–in interest rates>

: unable or unwilling to shift invested funds because of the tax effect of realizing capital gains

1952

Medical Dictionary

adjective \ˈläk-ˈtin\

: affected with or characterized by the locked-in syndrome <a locked–in patient>

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