Synonyms of locks

locks 1 of 2

verb

present tense third-person singular of lock

1

as in latches

Synonyms & Similar Words

• latches
• chains
• shuts
• fastens
• bars
• bolts
• closes
• seals
• battens (down)
• plugs
• secures
• steeks
• bangs
• stoppers
• makes
• claps
• slams

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• opens
• unlocks
• unfastens
• unlatches
• unseals
• unbolts
• unbars
• unchains

2

as in wraps

Synonyms & Similar Words

• wraps
• folds
• twines
• encircles
• entwines
• envelops
• clamps
• pats
• grabs
• embosoms
• strokes
• pets
• fondles
• nuzzles
• cradles
• enwinds
• grips
• cuddles
• bosoms
• nestles
• clings
• snuggles
• clasps
• holds
• grasps
• embraces
• enfolds
• hugs
• crushes
• enclasps
• bear-hugs
• strains

locks

2 of 2

noun

plural of lock

as in certainties

one that is certain to succeed

the governor is regarded as a lock for his party's presidential nomination

Synonyms & Similar Words

• certainties
• slam dunks
• sure things
• lead-pipe cinches
• cinches
• inevitabilities
• eventualities
• shoo-ins
• foregone conclusions

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• long shots
• dark horses