latching (Meaning)

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latching (p. pr. & vb. n.)

of Latch

Webster

A loop or eye formed on the head rope of a bonnet, by which it is attached to the foot of a sail; -- called also latch and lasket.

The toddler latched onto her mother's leg, refusing to let go.
The climber latched the carabiner onto the rope, securing himself to the mountain.
The door latching mechanism was broken, allowing the wind to blow it open.
The magnetic latching system on the refrigerator door ensured that it would stay closed tightly.
The child latched onto the new toy, not wanting to put it down.
The dog latched onto the bone, gnawing on it with delight.
The latching mechanism on the toolbox was rusty and difficult to open.
The backpack had a latching system that allowed it to be easily attached to a suitcase.
The latching mechanism on the jewelry box was intricate and beautiful.
The padlock had a latching mechanism that was designed to prevent it from being picked.

of Latch, A loop or eye formed on the head rope of a bonnet, by which it is attached to the foot of a sail; -- called also latch and lasket.

clasping, gluing, connecting, bolting, bending, pasting, hanging, tackling, glueing, joining

uncoupling, severing, breaking up, separating, divorcing, parting, breaking up, parting, disconnecting, dividing

The toddler latched onto her mother's leg, refusing to let go.

The climber latched the carabiner onto the rope, securing himself to the mountain.

The door latching mechanism was broken, allowing the wind to blow it open.

The magnetic latching system on the refrigerator door ensured that it would stay closed tightly.