01 n. A lock which is not self-latching, but requires a key to throw the bolt forward.
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A lock which is not self-latching, but requires a key to throw the bolt forward.
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A counteraction of things, which produces an entire stoppage; a complete obstruction of action.“Things are at a deadlock.” — London Times.“The Board is much more likely to be at a deadlock of two to two.” — The Century.