locking
Definition
Noun: The act of fastening or securing something with a lock, or the state of being fastened with a lock. It refers specifically to the action or process of making something inaccessible or protected by engaging a lock.
Usage
The word "locking" is a gerund (a verb form ending in -ing that functions as a noun). It describes the action itself. It is commonly used to discuss security, safety, or the mechanism of a device. * The locking of the doors is the manager's final duty each night. * Modern cars feature automatic locking for safety.
Examples
- The locking of the safe requires two separate keys.
- A faulty locking mechanism caused the gate to swing open.
- Her responsibilities include the locking of all windows before leaving the building.
Advanced Usage
- "Double-locking": The act of engaging an additional or secondary lock for extra security.
- For maximum security, they recommend double-locking the deadbolt.
- In computing, "locking" can refer to restricting access to a file or data to prevent simultaneous modification.
- The database uses record locking to ensure data integrity.
Variants and Related Words
- Lock (verb/noun): The base word. As a verb: to fasten with a lock. As a noun: the device itself.
- Please lock the door. The lock is broken.
- Lockable (adjective): Capable of being locked.
- The cabinet is lockable.
- Unlock (verb): The opposite action; to open a lock.
- You need a code to unlock the phone.
Synonyms
- Securing: Making something safe or fastened.
- Bolting: Fastening with a bolt, often used similarly.
- Fastening: The general act of closing or securing something.
Related Phrasal Verbs/Phrases
- Lock up: To secure a building by locking its doors and windows; to imprison.
- Don't forget to lock up the office when you leave.
- Lock in: To commit or confine someone or something securely.
- The contract locks us in for two years.
- Lock out: To prevent someone from entering by locking a door.
- I lost my key and got locked out of my house.
Related Idioms
- Lock, stock, and barrel: Completely; including everything.
- They bought the business lock, stock, and barrel.
- Lock horns: To get into a conflict or argument.
- The two managers locked horns over the new policy.
Noun
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the act of locking something up to protect it
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