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Preconceived notions are the locks on the door to wisdom.
Mary Browne

Meaning of "locks" in the English dictionary

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PRONUNCIATION OF LOCKS

locks  [lɒks] play
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GRAMMATICAL CATEGORY OF LOCKS

noun
adjective
verb
adverb
pronoun
preposition
conjunction
determiner
exclamation
Locks is a noun.
A noun is a type of word the meaning of which determines reality. Nouns provide the names for all things: people, objects, sensations, feelings, etc.

WHAT DOES LOCKS MEAN IN ENGLISH?

Definition of locks in the English dictionary

The definition of locks in the dictionary is hair, esp when curly or fine.


WORDS THAT RHYME WITH LOCKS


Botox
ˈbəʊtɒks
box
bɒks
cox
kɒks
detox
ˈdiːˌtɒks
fox
fɒks
gearbox
ˈɡɪəˌbɒks
inbox
ˈɪnˌbɒks
jukebox
ˈdʒuːkˌbɒks
Knox
nɒks
mailbox
ˈmeɪlˌbɒks
orthodox
ˈɔːθəˌdɒks
ox
ɒks
paradox
ˈpærəˌdɒks
rocks
rɒks
sandbox
ˈsændˌbɒks
sox
sɒks
stocks
stɒks
toolbox
ˈtuːlbɒks
vox
vɒks
Xerox
ˈzɪərɒks

WORDS THAT BEGIN LIKE LOCKS

locker-room
Lockerbie
locket
lockfast
lockful
lockhouse
locking
lockjaw
lockmaker
lockman
locknut
lockout
lockram
lockset
locksmith
locksmithery
locksmithing
lockstep
lockstitch
lockup

WORDS THAT END LIKE LOCKS

backblocks
badderlocks
ballocks
bedsocks
bobby socks
bollocks
boondocks
buttocks
cyclical stocks
docks
dreadlocks
goldilocks
marshlocks
mocks
on the rocks
on the stocks
pop socks
the bollocks
the boondocks
to be on the rocks

Synonyms and antonyms of locks in the English dictionary of synonyms

SYNONYMS

SYNONYMS OF «LOCKS»

The following words have a similar or identical meaning as «locks» and belong to the same grammatical category.
synonyms of locks
bar · bolt · catch · clasp · clench · close · clutch · curl · embrace · encircle · enclose · engage · entangle · entwine · fasten · fastening · grapple · grasp · hug · interlock · join · latch · link · mesh · padlock · press · ringlet · seal · secure · shut · sneck · strand · tress · tuft · unite

Translation of «locks» into 25 languages

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TRANSLATION OF LOCKS

Find out the translation of locks to 25 languages with our English multilingual translator.
The translations of locks from English to other languages presented in this section have been obtained through automatic statistical translation; where the essential translation unit is the word «locks» in English.

Translator English - Chinese

1,325 millions of speakers

Translator English - Spanish

cerraduras
570 millions of speakers

English

locks
510 millions of speakers

Translator English - Hindi

ताले
380 millions of speakers
ar

Translator English - Arabic

أقفال
280 millions of speakers

Translator English - Russian

замки
278 millions of speakers

Translator English - Portuguese

fechaduras
270 millions of speakers

Translator English - Bengali

কেশ
260 millions of speakers

Translator English - French

serrures
220 millions of speakers

Translator English - Malay

Kunci
190 millions of speakers

Translator English - German

Schlösser
180 millions of speakers

Translator English - Japanese

ロックが
130 millions of speakers

Translator English - Korean

잠금
85 millions of speakers

Translator English - Javanese

Kunci
85 millions of speakers
vi

Translator English - Vietnamese

ổ khóa
80 millions of speakers

Translator English - Tamil

பூட்டுகள்
75 millions of speakers

Translator English - Marathi

लॉक्स
75 millions of speakers

Translator English - Turkish

kilitler
70 millions of speakers

Translator English - Italian

serrature
65 millions of speakers

Translator English - Polish

zamki
50 millions of speakers

Translator English - Ukrainian

замки
40 millions of speakers

Translator English - Romanian

încuietori
30 millions of speakers
el

Translator English - Greek

κλειδαριές
15 millions of speakers
af

Translator English - Afrikaans

slotte
14 millions of speakers
sv

Translator English - Swedish

lås
10 millions of speakers
no

Translator English - Norwegian

låser
5 millions of speakers

Trends of use of locks

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TENDENCIES OF USE OF THE TERM «LOCKS»

The term «locks» is very widely used and occupies the 8.740 position in our list of most widely used terms in the English dictionary.
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FREQUENCY OF USE OF THE TERM «LOCKS» OVER TIME

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Examples of use in the English literature, quotes and news about locks

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10 QUOTES WITH «LOCKS»

Famous quotes and sentences with the word locks.
1
Criss Angel
Picking locks or handcuffs for me is not really a big deal, I can do it pretty much in seconds, I've been doing since I was 14 years old. I used to sit on my bed as a kid with a pick set and you know just picking locks and stuff, so I'm used to it.
2
Odette Annable
I used to try to pick locks because I grew up on my grandparents' farm and I started my own little spy club. I would go around the farm and try to break into the shed and try spying on my grandpa. It was ridiculous.
3
Elayne Boosler
I have six locks on my door all in a row. When I go out, I lock every other one. I figure no matter how long somebody stands there picking the locks, they are always locking three.
4
Leonard Boswell
For the good of our environment, the good of the economy, and the good of the Nation, I strongly urge support of the upper Mississippi locks and dams project.
5
Mary Browne
Preconceived notions are the locks on the door to wisdom.
6
Rita Coolidge
Too often, the opportunity knocks, but by the time you push back the chain, push back the bolt, unhook the two locks and shut off the burglar alarm, it's too late.
7
Jerry Costello
We have an extensive system of highways, ports, locks and dams, and airports.
8
Nicole Eggert
One guy wanted an outline of my foot. Another guy wanted locks of my hair.
9
David Ginola
I have shaved my head. My flowing locks are now quite a bit shorter.
10
Tim Jackson
Our own relentless search for novelty and social status locks us into an iron cage of consumerism. Affluence has itself betrayed us.

10 ENGLISH BOOKS RELATING TO «LOCKS»

Discover the use of locks in the following bibliographical selection. Books relating to locks and brief extracts from same to provide context of its use in English literature.
1
High-Security Mechanical Locks: An Encyclopedic Reference
Each chapter introduces the necessary concepts in a historical perspective and further categorizes the locks. This is followed by detailed 'how it works' descriptions with many pictures, diagrams and references.
Graham Pulford, 2007
2
Making Working Wooden Locks
This guide to creating fully functional, working locks from wood includes step-by-step instructions, color photos, measured drawings, and advice on wood selection, tools, and finishing.
Tim Detweiler, 2000
3
Seven Locks: A Novel
The Hudson River Valley, 1769: A man mysteriously disappears without a trace, abandoning his wife and children on their farm at the foot of the Catskill Mountains.
Christine Wade, 2013
4
The Complete Book of Locks and Locksmithing
The top reference in the field since 1976, this book is perfect for everyone from beginners who want to master techniques step by illustrated step, to pros who need an up-to-date, comprehensive shop manual.
Bill Phillips, 2005
5
Dread Locks #1
Dread Locks is the first entry in the Dark Fusion series from master storyteller Neal Shusterman.
Neal Shusterman, 2006
6
Change the Locks
Eleven-year-old Steven has vague and disturbing memories of being left alone on a road in the middle of nowhere when he was young, but his mother, faced with her own problems, avoids answering questions about their earlier life.
Simon French, 2008
7
The Door with Seven Locks
Dick Martin is leaving Scotland Yard.
Edgar Wallace, 2008
8
Locks & keys
Traces the history of locks and keys from ancient times to the present, describing the development of increasingly complex and pick-proof locks and how they work.
Gail Gibbons, 1980
9
The Complete Book of Wrist Locks: All You Need to Know to ...
The Complete Book of Wrist Locks by Grandmaster Ted Gambordella teaches you all you need to control anyone with wrist locks.
Grandmaster Ted Gambordella, 2009
10
Goldie Locks Has Chicken Pox
Goldie Locks has chicken pox; from head to toe were polka dots.
Erin Dealey, 2005

10 NEWS ITEMS WHICH INCLUDE THE TERM «LOCKS»

Find out what the national and international press are talking about and how the term locks is used in the context of the following news items.
1
Checking the locks: New England Patriots' CB spot in transition …
As part of a preview for New England Patriots training camp (first practice July 30) and to re-familiarize ourselves with the roster, it's time to ... «ESPN, Jul 15»
2
Flowing Locks vs. Shorn Scalps: The Dueling Runway Looks of …
In the Old Testament, Samson draws great power from his flowing locks, while in the New Testament, Paul advocates the short style, even ... «New York Times, Jul 15»
3
Should You Use Airfare Price Locks? Smart Money Now Is Saying …
NEW YORK (MainStreet) — Suddenly there is a profusion of ways to lock in an airfare without committing to buy it. United, along with some ... «TheStreet.com, Jul 15»
4
Uber locks horns with NY city hall over fleet expansion - Business …
New York (AFP) - The ride-booking app Uber is fighting New York's city hall, which wants to keep in check a fleet of vehicles that already far ... «Business Insider, Jul 15»
5
Tyrann Mathieu locks himself in a hot car for PETA video - AOL.com
Former LSU star and current Arizona Cardinals safety Tryann Mathieu sided with PETA to produce a video displaying the effects of being ... «AOL News, Jul 15»
6
Transparent Practice Padlock Lets You Practice Picking Locks
We have probably all wondered what it would be like to be a cat burglar and be able to pick locks. That is why lockpicking kits are pretty popular ... «Technabob, Jul 15»
7
If you make everybody use weaker locks, it's burglars who benefit!
If you make everybody use weaker locks, it's burglars who benefit! 60 Sec Security [VIDEO]. Sorry, something happened and we could not sign ... «Naked Security, Jul 15»
8
Boy's fatal apartment fall puts focus on window locks - Toronto - CBC …
Building inspectors went door-to-door Monday in Thorncliffe Park to make sure windows are secure and there are safety locks in place, days ... «CBC.ca, Jul 15»
9
iClarified - Apple News - Snapchat Locks User Accounts With Third …
Snapchat is now locking the accounts of users who have installed jailbreak tweaks that modify the photo sharing app. Users are presented with ... «iClarified, Jul 15»
10
Kristen Stewart And Her Ratchet Locks Jet Off To Paris - X17 Online …
Kristen Stewart And Her Ratchet Locks Jet Off To Paris. Posted on Mon Jul 20th, 2015 7:00am PDT By X17 Staff. On Sunday afternoon Kristen Stewart caught a ... «X17 Online, Jul 15»

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