Latch

Synonyms of latch

• fasten
• clasp
• lock

Antonyms of latch

• release
• unfasten
• unlatch

Collocations of latch

door latch

Frequency: 80 %

She turned the key in the door latch to lock the house.

window latch

Frequency: 70 %

He opened the window latch to let in some fresh air.

gate latch

Frequency: 60 %

The gate latch was broken, so they had to prop it closed with a stick.

latch key

Frequency: 50 %

She always kept a spare latch key hidden under the doormat.

baby latch

Frequency: 40 %

The baby reached up and played with the latch on the cabinet.

Idiomatic Expressions for latch

• Phrase: latch onto
  Meaning: to attach oneself to someone or something
  Usage: The student quickly latched onto the teacher's every word.