Example: J'ai fermé la porte à double tour pour plus de sécurité.
Definition
"À double tour" is a French expression meaning that something, especially a door or lock, is secured by turning the key twice or locking it very firmly to ensure extra security or safety.
Translations
Securely locked
Bajo llave
Stevig op slot
Amb pany i clau
Fest verschlossen
Etymology
The expression "à double tour" comes from French, where "tour" means 'turn' and "double" means 'double' or 'twofold.' It literally refers to turning a key twice in a lock to secure it firmly. Did you know? This phrase emphasizes extra security by doubling the usual locking action.
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Securely locked