Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

lockaway

verb
/ˈlɒkəˌweɪ/
Definition
To securely put something away, typically in a locked place for safekeeping; to confine or store something safely.
Examples
  • After the meeting, the sensitive documents were locked away in the cabinet.
  • She decided to lock away her valuables during the vacation for security.
Meaning
The act of placing an item or a resource in a locked space to protect it or to prevent access to it by unauthorized individuals.
Synonyms
  • stash
  • secure
  • store
  • hide