hasp (Meaning)

Wordnet

hasp (n)

a fastener for a door or lid; a hinged metal plate is fitted over a staple and is locked with a pin or padlock

Wordnet

hasp (v)

secure or lock with a hasp

Webster

hasp (n.)

A clasp, especially a metal strap permanently fast at one end to a staple or pin, while the other passes over a staple, and is fastened by a padlock or a pin; also, a metallic hook for fastening a door.

A spindle to wind yarn, thread, or silk on.

An instrument for cutting the surface of grass land; a scarifier.

Webster

hasp (v. t.)

To shut or fasten with a hasp.

hasp Sentence Examples

  1. The trunk's sturdy hasp kept its contents securely under lock.
  2. The rusted hasp was difficult to unlatch, requiring a strong grip.
  3. The metal hasp on the gate ominously creaked as it swung open.
  4. The ornate hasp added an elegant touch to the antique jewelry box.
  5. With a flick of the wrist, she effortlessly opened the hasp and accessed the secret compartment.
  6. The hasp on the dog crate was designed to be tamper-proof, ensuring the safety of its occupant.
  7. The rusted hasp on the barn door creaked and groaned as it was lifted.
  8. The metal hasp on the cash box was engraved with an intricate design.
  9. The antique hasp on the trunk was a testament to the craftsmanship of its era.
  10. The heavy hasp on the gate prevented unauthorized access to the property.

FAQs About the word hasp

a fastener for a door or lid; a hinged metal plate is fitted over a staple and is locked with a pin or padlock, secure or lock with a haspA clasp, especially a

lash, clip, cinch, shackle, stick, plaster, bolt, yoke, tie, rivet

break up, undo, disconnect, divorce, detach, divide, disconnect, undo, split, separate

The trunk's sturdy hasp kept its contents securely under lock.

The rusted hasp was difficult to unlatch, requiring a strong grip.

The metal hasp on the gate ominously creaked as it swung open.

The ornate hasp added an elegant touch to the antique jewelry box.