lock away

US /lɑk əˈweɪ/
UK /lɑk əˈweɪ/
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1.

to put someone in prison or a mental institution

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The judge decided to lock away the repeat offender for a long time.
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They had to lock away the patient for his own safety.
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2.

to put something in a safe place, often under lock and key

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She decided to lock away her valuable jewelry in a safe deposit box.
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Make sure to lock away all important documents before you leave.
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storesecuresafeguardput awaystash
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