Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
latch
noun
/lætʃ/
Definition
A latch is a fastening mechanism used to secure a door or gate, typically consisting of a bar or bolt that can be slid or pulled into a position to keep the door closed.
Examples
- She pulled the latch to close the garden gate securely.
- Make sure to check the latch before leaving the house.
- The latch on the shed door was rusty and difficult to operate.
Meaning
The term ‘latch’ often refers to a simple locking device that operates without a key, allowing for easy opening and closing of doors or gates.
Synonyms
- fastener
- lock
- clasp
- catch
