hasp

Definitions


[hɑːsp], (Noun)

Definitions:
- a slotted hinged metal plate forming part of a fastening for a door or lid, fitted over a loop and secured by a pin or padlock
(e.g: the hut was always locked by a large padlock securing a hasp)


Phrases:

Origin:
Old English hæpse, hæsp, of Germanic origin; related to Dutch haspel and German Haspe


[hɑːsp], (Verb)

Definitions:
- lock (a door, window, or lid) by securing the hasp over the loop of the fastening
(e.g: she went to the window and hasped it)


Phrases:

Origin:
Old English hæpse, hæsp, of Germanic origin; related to Dutch haspel and German Haspe




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