First Known Use: 15th century
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padlock
noun pad·lock \ˈpad-ˌläk\
: a strong lock with a curved bar that connects to the main part of the lock and holds together two parts of something (such as a chain or a gate)
Full Definition of PADLOCK
: a removable lock with a shackle that can be passed through a staple or link and then secured
— padlock transitive verb
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Origin of PADLOCK
Middle English padlok, from pad- (of unknown origin) + lok lock
Rhymes with PADLOCK
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PADLOCK Defined for Kids
1padlock
noun pad·lock \ˈpad-ˌläk\
Definition of PADLOCK for Kids
: a removable lock with a curved piece that snaps into a catch
2padlock
verb
pad·lockedpad·lock·ing
Definition of PADLOCK for Kids
: to fasten with a removable lock
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