Wrestling Techniques

noun a physical gesture of affection or comfort

• The two friends greeted each other with a warm bear hug.
• I gave my brother a big bear hug when I saw him after so long.
• He came running up to me and gave me a massive bear hug.
• The community came together in a figurative bear hug to support the family in need.

noun a device operated by a key, combination, or keycard and used to secure a door, gate, or container

verb to fasten or secure with a lock

adjective relating to something that is securely fastened or closed with a lock

preposition used in phrases like 'lock in' or 'lock up' to indicate securing or confining something

• Please remember to lock the door before leaving the office.
• Hey, don't forget to lock up when you're done.
• Make sure you lock that bad boy tight!
• She felt like her heart was under lock and key, guarded from any potential hurt.