lockfast

The mechanic ensures the lockfast bolt is secure.

Definition

1. Adjective:
   • Securely locked or fastened: "lockfast" describes something that is firmly closed or secured with a lock or other fastening mechanism. It implies a state of being inaccessible or protected from unauthorized opening.

Usage Examples

• Adjective:
  • The treasure chest was lockfast, ensuring its contents remained safe. (The chest was securely locked.)
  • He kept his diary lockfast in a drawer, away from prying eyes. (The diary was stored in a locked and secured place.)

Advanced Usage

• "to keep lockfast": to maintain something in a securely locked condition.
  • The documents were kept lockfast in the safe until the trial. (They were stored securely under lock.)

Variants and Related Words

• Lock (n/v): a device for fastening; to fasten with a lock.
  • She turned the key to lock the door. (To secure with a lock.)
• Fast (adj): firmly fixed or closed.
  • The window was stuck fast and wouldn't open. (Firmly shut.)

Synonyms

• Secured: made safe or protected.
• Bolted: fastened with a bolt.
• Padlocked: secured with a padlock.

Related Idioms

• Under lock and key: securely locked up; imprisoned.
  • The valuables were under lock and key in the vault. (They were stored securely.)

Notes

• "Lockfast" is a relatively rare or archaic term, often found in legal or formal contexts to describe something that is physically locked and secured. It is not commonly used in everyday conversation, where "locked" or "secured" is preferred.