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doorlock

doorlock

1.8
A thing on a door that stops people from opening it unless they have a key or code
  • noun
  • /ˈdɔːrˌlɒk/
translation icon : cerradura
  • The old doorlock was difficult to turn, so we decided to replace it.

Examples

  • The doorlock code is my birthday.

  • She secured the house by installing a new doorlock on the front entrance.

  • To enter the building, you must use the doorlock key assigned to you.

Synonyms

lock
vsdoorlock
523 1.0

A device that holds doors or containers closed with a key

is that fastening device specifically fitted to exterior entries for security
padlock
vsdoorlock
18 2.2

A small metal device with a U-shaped bar that closes to secure doors or gates

is the permanently fitted exterior security device attached to an entry
deadbolt
vsdoorlock
14 4.6

A strong metal bar that you move with a key or knob to lock a door

is the general fitted device for exterior entry security rather than this specific bolt
combination lock
vsdoorlock
5 2.8

A device that opens only when you enter the right numbers

is the fitted exterior security device usually opened by a physical key for access
door latch
vsdoorlock
3 3.8

A device on a door that you open from the outside with a key

is a fitted exterior security device that may use different fastening mechanisms
night latch
vsdoorlock
  • UK
8.0

A lock on a door that you open inside by a knob and outside with a key

is the fitted exterior security device not limited to this inside/outside operation
cylinder lock
vsdoorlock
3.5

A device with a round key part that opens a door when the right key turns it

is the broader fitted exterior device category that includes various mechanisms
safety lock
vsdoorlock
2.8

A lock on a door that keeps people from opening it from outside

is the regular fitted device for exterior security, not only an extra prevention part
keylock
vsdoorlock
3.5

A lock you open by putting a key in and turning it

is the fitted exterior security device that can also use other opening methods
lever lock
vsdoorlock
  • Specialized
6.7

A device that keeps a door or safe closed until someone lifts the levers to the right heights

is the general fitted exterior device that may use simpler or different internals

How Secure

deadbolt
14 4.6
keylock
3.5
doorlock
1.8
latch
49 2.6

Surface Forms

doorlock singular
doorlocks plural

Morphology

doorlock = door + lock (transparent) = door + lock

The compound is a direct combination of 'door' + 'lock' and denotes exactly a lock fitted to a door, which learners can readily infer.

Etymology

The word doorlock is simply made from door and lock. A lock is 'a device that keeps something closed', so a doorlock is the part that keeps a door closed and helps keep a home safe.