[ˈlɒkʌp], (Noun)

Definitions:
- a jail, especially a temporary one

- non-residential premises that can be locked up, typically a small shop or garage
(e.g: a lock-up garage)

- the locking up of premises for the night

- the action of becoming fixed or immovable
(e.g: anti-lock braking helps prevent wheel lock-up)

- an investment in assets which cannot readily be realized or sold on in the short term


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