Pronunciation: /lɑːk ɪn/
noun a device for securing a door, gate, lid, or container
A1 The lock in the door was broken, so we couldn't secure the house properly.
A2 She always double checks the lock in her suitcase before traveling.
B1 The lock in the safe was difficult to open, but we finally managed to unlock it.
B2 The lock in the gate was rusty and needed to be replaced.
C1 The lock in the jewelry box was intricate and beautifully designed.
C2 The lock in the old chest was so ancient that it required a special key to open.
verb to secure or fasten with a lock
A1 Please lock in the door before you leave the house.
A2 Make sure to lock in your reservation for the hotel before it gets fully booked.
B1 You need to lock in your decision before the deadline passes.
B2 The contract will lock in the terms of the agreement once both parties sign it.
C1 The new law will lock in stricter regulations for the industry.
C2 The company plans to lock in their market share by investing in new technologies.
adverb in a way that is securely fastened or sealed
A1 She always makes sure to lock in the front door before going to bed.
A2 The contract will lock in the price for the next two years.
B1 I need to lock in my travel plans before the prices go up.
B2 The company wants to lock in a partnership with the new supplier.
C1 Investors are looking to lock in profits before the market takes a downturn.
C2 The team is trying to lock in a deal before the deadline passes.
preposition used to indicate the action of securing or fastening something in place
A1 Please make sure to lock in your reservation for the hotel.
A2 Don't forget to lock in your plans for the weekend.
B1 I need to lock in a time for our meeting tomorrow.
B2 Let's lock in a date for our next team building event.
C1 The contract will lock in the terms of the agreement.
C2 We should lock in our decision before moving forward with the project.
formal It is important to lock in your interest rate when applying for a mortgage.
informal Make sure you lock in your spot for the concert before it sells out.
slang I'm going to lock in some plans for this weekend with my friends.
figurative Once you make a decision, it's important to lock in your mindset and stay focused on your goal.
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