locksmith

noun

lock·​smith ˈläk-ˌsmith How to pronounce locksmith (audio)
: a person who makes or repairs locks

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The devices — which officials say are used legitimately by locksmiths and those working at dealerships to program a blank key for an owner who lost their key fob — now are being used by people and groups stealing vehicles by programming key codes for unauthorized access, literally within seconds. Christina Hall, Detroit Free Press, 19 Nov. 2024 Luckily, one locksmith who worked in the town for decades was able to match the unique engraving. Stephanie McBee, ABC News, 27 Sep. 2024 The relative called a locksmith to open the apartment when no one came to the door. Thomas Tracy, New York Daily News, 28 Jan. 2024 Such orders can be used to seek compensation for locksmiths and lost wages, as well as expediting access to CalFresh and other safety-net programs. Sonja Sharp, Los Angeles Times, 17 May 2024 See all Example Sentences for locksmith 

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First Known Use

13th century, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of locksmith was in the 13th century

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“Locksmith.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/locksmith. Accessed 28 Nov. 2024.

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locksmith

noun
lock·​smith -ˌsmith How to pronounce locksmith (audio)
: a person who makes or repairs locks

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