Meaning of the word latch in English
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latch
US /lætʃ/
UK /lætʃ/
Noun
a metal bar with a catch and a lever used for fastening a door or gate
Example:
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He lifted the latch and pushed the gate open.
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Make sure the garden gate has a secure latch.
Verb
1.
fasten (a door or gate) with a latch
Example:
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She closed the door and latched it securely.
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Don't forget to latch the gate when you leave.
2.
grasp or attach to something
Example:
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The baby tried to latch onto her mother's finger.
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The dog latched onto the ball and wouldn't let go.
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