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    Verrous (en. Locks)

    /veʁu/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    Mechanism that locks a door, a safe, or something else.
    The locks on the door were rusty and hard to open.
    Les verrous de la porte étaient rouillés et difficiles à ouvrir.
    Metal objects used to fasten or secure something.
    He installed additional locks to enhance the security of the house.
    Il a installé des verrous supplémentaires pour renforcer la sécurité de la maison.
    Security elements in automated locking systems.
    Electronic locks are becoming increasingly popular in new constructions.
    Les verrous électroniques sont de plus en plus populaires dans les nouvelles constructions.

    Etymology

    From Old French 'verrou', a diminutive of 'verre', related to the idea of blocking.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    security lock
    Locking device to ensure security.
    verrou de sécurité
    to unlock something
    To open a lock or a security system.
    déverrouiller quelque chose
    to put under lock
    To ensure the security of an object by locking it.
    mettre sous verrou

    Related Words

    lock
    Key or combination locking device.
    serrure
    padlock
    Movable lock that can be attached for securing.
    cadenas
    security bar
    Metal device used to reinforce a door.
    barre de sécurité

    Slang Meanings

    To lock a situation
    He managed to lock the situation by taking the initiative.
    Il a réussi à verrouiller la situation en prenant les devants.
    To be under lock
    He felt locked down after receiving reprimands.
    Il se sentait sous verrou après avoir reçu des réprimandes.