Home Security Terminology

noun a person who enters a place without permission, especially in order to commit a crime

adjective relating to someone who enters a place without permission

• The security system detected an intruder attempting to enter the building.
• I think there might be an intruder in the house, I heard some strange noises.
• Dude, did you see that intruder trying to break in last night?
• Negative thoughts can be like intruders in your mind, disrupting your peace.

noun a fastening for a door or gate, typically consisting of a bar that fits into a notch or slot

verb to fasten with a latch

• Please make sure to securely fasten the latch on the gate before leaving.
• Hey, don't forget to close the latch on the fence!
• Make sure to lock the latch on the door when you leave.
• She felt like a latch, keeping her emotions tightly closed.