deadbolt

[US]/[ˈdɛdˌbəʊlt]/
[UK]/[ˈdɛdˌbəʊlt]/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n.A bolt with a thumb-turned latch and a bolt that cannot be opened from the outside.; A strong locking mechanism on a door.
Word Forms
Pluraldeadbolts

Phrases & Collocations

deadbolt lock

check the deadbolt

deadbolt secured

lock the deadbolt

deadbolt jammed

deadbolt strike

deadbolt installed

deadbolt replacement

deadbolt failed

deadbolt rattling

Example Sentences

make sure the deadbolt is locked before you go to bed.

the deadbolt offered a sense of security against intruders.

he jiggled the deadbolt, trying to force it open.

the new door came with a high-quality deadbolt.

she double-checked the deadbolt to ensure it was secure.

the deadbolt was stiff and difficult to turn.

he installed a new deadbolt on the back door.

the deadbolt mechanism failed during the break-in.

remember to engage the deadbolt when you leave.

the deadbolt provided an extra layer of protection.

he carried a spare deadbolt key on his keychain.

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