verb
definition
To close or lock as if with a latch.
definition
To catch; lay hold of.
noun
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A fastening for a door that has a bar that fits into a notch or slot, and is lifted by a lever or string from either side.
definition
A flip-flop electronic circuit
definition
A latching.
definition
A crossbow.
definition
That which fastens or holds; a lace; a snare.
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A breastfeeding baby's connection to the breast.
definition
A lightweight lock to protect internal structures from being modified by multiple concurrent accesses.
verb
definition
To smear; to anoint.
Examples of latches in a Sentence
An ultra bright blue led latches for 20 seconds, clearly indicating a run.
Safety gadgets-These include outlet plugs, doorknob guards, and cabinet latches, among other items.
Open and close all doors to confirm that latches and locks work properly, check the window closures, and then move on to faucet handles and other appliances.
With trembling hands, she deactivated the latches with a touch, and the top of the box slid open.
This gives a load of 50 tons per eccentric. One motor is placed at each end of the span to operate the eccentrics and also to release the latches and raise the rails of the steam track.
Train cases, with their boxy four sided shape, handles and sturdy latches, makes traveling, and securing, belongings easy.
High shelves and containers with locks or latches are the best safety-conscious storage choices.
Cupboards should be equipped with sturdy safety latches so that they don't come open during the earthquake and spill their contents throughout the house (or on you and your family).
In humans, botulinum toxin latches onto specific proteins in nerve endings and irreversibly destroys them.
Latches and locks that are easy to install and use but sturdy enough to withstand pulls and tugs from children are good choices.
Safety latches do not guarantee protection, but they can make it more difficult for children to reach dangerous substances.
Repair anything broken, such as door locks, window latches or panes, loose tile in the bathroom, or damaged equipment and appliances.
Instead of a drawstring closure, these trunks feature a hook that latches closed.
In the world of online dating, this is a person who latches onto your profile and begins sending you unwanted messages, pictures, and talking about you in the forums, all through the website's own content management system.
Sturdy wheels and durable key-lockable latches make this travel case a veritable Alcatraz for your precious clubs.
Pools should always be enclosed by tall, four-sided lockable fences with self-closing latches.
The 2006 model of the Jeep Liberty was also recalled for several issues, including problems with the door latches, electrical issues, and suspension problems.
For some reason, the ear latches on to that rhythm, and it can be the difference between a chant being dutifully repeated versus being danced, clapped and moved to.
The Deluxe Vari kennel has rotary dial latches for easier assembly, rotary door locks for easier latching and wire doors finished in black.
Here in the same store was this wall of doorknobs, hinges, latches in all manner of styles from rustic colonial to sleek modern nickel.