Associations to the word «Padlock»

Wiktionary

PADLOCK, noun. A detachable lock that can be used to secure something by means of a sliding or hinged shackle
PADLOCK, verb. To lock using a padlock.

Dictionary definition

PADLOCK, noun. A detachable lock; has a hinged shackle that can be passed through the staple of a hasp or the links in a chain and then snapped shut.
PADLOCK, verb. Fasten with a padlock.

Wise words

We should have a great fewer disputes in the world if words were taken for what they are, the signs of our ideas only, and not for things themselves.
John Locke