Uplock

noun, verb

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Definitions

Noun
  1. 1
    A mechanism that secures an aircraft's landing gear in the retracted position, helping to prevent an uncommanded gear deployment during flight.
Verb
  1. 1
    To lock up. obsolete

Etymology

From up- + lock.

Related phrases

lock up

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