latches Antonyms

Meaning of latches

latches

to catch or fasten by means of a latch, night latch, to attach oneself, any of various devices in which mating mechanical parts engage to fasten but usually not to lock something, to get hold, to associate oneself intimately and often artfully, a fastener (as for a door) consisting essentially of a pivoted bar that falls into a notch, to lay hold with or as if with the hands or arms, a fastener (as for a door) in which a spring slides a bolt into a hole, to make fast with or as if with a latch, a catch (as a spring bolt) that holds a door or gate closed

latches Sentence Examples

  1. The gate latches shut with a resounding click, securing the entrance.
  2. The cupboard door refused to latch properly, leaving a small gap.
  3. The dog's lead latched securely onto its collar, preventing escape.
  4. The latch on the window was broken, allowing a cold breeze to enter.
  5. The child's fingers latched onto the handlebars of the bike, gripping it tightly.
  6. The trap latched with a snap, capturing the unsuspecting prey.
  7. The seatbelt latches ensured the passengers' safety in the car accident.
  8. The latch on the jewelry box was intricate and difficult to open.
  9. The latch on the barn door held it firmly in place, despite the strong winds.
  10. The baby latched onto the bottle, sucking eagerly on the milk.

FAQs About the word latches

to catch or fasten by means of a latch, night latch, to attach oneself, any of various devices in which mating mechanical parts engage to fasten but usually not

clinches, harnesses, glues, joins, pastes, bends, clasps,clenches, tackles, straps

unlinks, divorces, loosens, disconnects, splits,parts, disjoins, uncouples, separates, sunders

The gate latches shut with a resounding click, securing the entrance.

The cupboard door refused to latch properly, leaving a small gap.

The dog's lead latched securely onto its collar, preventing escape.

The latch on the window was broken, allowing a cold breeze to enter.