Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
lock-up
noun
/ˈlɒk.ʌp/
Definition
A lock-up is a place where something is secured or kept safe, often used in the context of a facility for holding prisoners or items that need to be restricted in access.
Examples
- The police took the suspect to the lock-up after the arrest.
- They placed the valuable items in a lock-up to keep them safe.
- The lock-up feature on your phone helps protect your personal data.
Meaning
The term refers to either a secure area for confinement or a physical mechanism that prevents access to something, usually involving a lock.
Synonyms
- prison
- detention center
- repository
- secure storage
