The security lock
Example: Security lock restricts access to protected areas
Definition
"The security lock" is a device designed to restrict or control access to protected areas or objects, ensuring only authorized individuals can enter or use them. It is commonly used to prevent unauthorized entry and enhance safety in various settings.
Etymology
The term "security lock" combines "security," derived from Latin 'securitas,' meaning freedom from care or danger, and "lock," from Old English 'loc,' meaning a device for fastening. Together, they describe a locking mechanism meant to provide safety and protection.
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"The security lock" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - Security - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 110 commonly used words.
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