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Definitions

Noun

1. 1
   A housebreaker or thief obsolete
2. 2
   A fastener consisting of a latch body mounted on one side of a door or lid, and a hook or catch mounted on the opposite side. When the latch is engaged, the hook or catch pulls the two sides tightly together, creating a secure closure.

Synonyms

All synonyms

burglarthief

Etymology

From draw + latch.

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