- latch bolt
- n.a spring actuated bolt, normally with one or more beveled surfaces, which, when aligned with the strike, engages it automatically
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latch bolt
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bolt — 1. noun /bɒlt,bəʊlt,boʊlt/ a) A (usually) metal fastener consisting of a cylindrical body that is threaded, with a larger head on one end. It can be inserted into an unthreaded hole up to the head, with a nut then threaded on the other end; a… … Wiktionary
bolt — 1. noun 1) the bolt on the door Syn: bar, lock, catch, latch, fastener 2) nuts and bolts Syn: pin, rivet, peg, screw 2. verb 1) … Synonyms and antonyms dictionary
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latch — I. intransitive verb Etymology: Middle English lachen, from Old English læccan; perhaps akin to Greek lambanein to take, seize Date: 13th century 1. to lay hold with or as if with the hands or arms used with on or onto 2. to associate oneself… … New Collegiate Dictionary
