lock
lock
noun
A small bunch or curl of hair.
"A lock of her blonde hair fell."
verb
To fasten or secure something with a lock, preventing access or movement.
"Please lock the door when you leave."
noun
A mechanism for securing a door, window, or container, usually operated by a key.
"She turned the key in the lock."
Thesaurus
Synonyms: ignition lock, interlace, interlock, operate, engage, mesh, lock away, shut away, shut up, lock up, put away, lock in