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deadbolt

[ ded-bohlt ]

Phonetic (Standard)IPA

noun

a lock bolt that is moved into position by the turning of a knob or key rather than by spring action.

It also features a 2-point locking—one on the deadbolt and one on the handle—keeping your home twice as secure.

Forsyth returned, picked another lock and snapped off the deadbolt.

These units don’t always have the heavy-duty deadbolts that are standard at most hotels.

The Level Bolt won’t look noticeably different from a standard deadbolt you’d buy at the hardware store.

She closed the blinds quickly, then went to the door and shot the chain and the deadbolt closed.

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