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lock
/lɒk/
noun
zamek
/ˈzamɛk/· rzeczownikAlso
kłódka(f)
Definition
A mechanism for keeping a door, window, or lid fastened, operated by a key or combination.
Examples
I forgot my keys and couldn't open the lock on the front door.
Zapomniałem kluczy i nie mogłem otworzyć zamka w drzwiach wejściowych.
The bicycle has a strong lock to prevent theft.
Rower ma mocną kłódkę, aby zapobiec kradzieży.
Collocations
door lockcar lockkey and lock
verb
zamykać
/zaˈmɨkat͡ɕ/· czasownikAlso
blokować
Definition
To fasten something with a lock, making it secure; to become fixed in position.
Examples
Did you lock the door when you left the house?
Czy zamknąłeś drzwi, kiedy wychodziłeś z domu?
He locked his bike to the fence to keep it safe.
Zablokował swój rower do ogrodzenia, aby był bezpieczny.
Collocations
lock the doorlock uplock away
Word forms
lockedpast simplelocksplurallockingpresent participle
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