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Padlock

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locknounSomething used for fastening, which can only be opened with a key or combination.
chainnounA series of interconnected rings or links usually made of metal.
stringnoun(countable, uncountable) A long, thin and flexible structure made from threads twisted together.
threadnounA cord formed by spinning or twisting together textile fibers or filaments into one or more continuous strands, typically used in needlework.
stringsnoun(music) Collectively, the stringed instruments in an orchestra.
chains"Chains" is a rhythm and blues song written by husband-and-wife songwriting team Gerry Goffin and Carole King.
shacklenoun(usually in the plural) A restraint fitted over a human or animal appendage, such as an ankle, finger, or wrist, normally used in a pair joined by a chain.
latchetnoun(obsolete) A thong or cord, especially one used to fasten a shoe.
clasp locknounA lock that closes or secures itself by means of a spring.
handlocknounA restraint that attaches to the wrist, especially a shackle or handcuff.
fetterlocknoun(heraldry) A shackle or lock.
shackle boltnounA bolt having a shackle on the end.
shackle jointnounA joint held together by a shackle or clevis and a bolt.
clasp lockernoun(dated) A zip fastener.
bike locknounA device, fitted with a lock, that is used to immobilise a bicycle when not in use.
taglocknounAn entangled lock, as of hair or wool.
spring shacklenounA shackle that closes by means of a spring.
rim locknounA lock and plate fixed to the surface of a door rather than morticed within the door.
lockboltnounA fastener in the form of a pin fitted with a collar placed over the locking bolt.
doorlatchnounThe latch that fastens a door.

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