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    Cerrojo (en. Bolt)

    se-ˈro-ho

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    Device that allows securing a door or window.
    The bolt of the door was broken, so I couldn’t close it securely.
    El cerrojo de la puerta estaba roto, por lo que no podía cerrarla con seguridad.
    Additional elements that strengthen the security of locks.
    I installed a bolt on the back door for added protection.
    Instalé un cerrojo en la puerta trasera para mayor protección.
    In a figurative sense, it refers to an obstacle or reason that prevents progress.
    That bolt in communication is affecting us as a team.
    Ese cerrojo en la comunicación nos está afectando como equipo.

    Etymology

    From the term 'to close', with the suffix '-ojo', which indicates a mechanism.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    there is no bolt that cannot be opened
    It means that all difficulties can be overcome.
    no hay cerrojo que no se abra
    to lock the bolt
    To close or secure a door with a bolt.
    echar el cerrojo
    to be on lockdown
    To be alert or on guard.
    estar con el cerrojo puesto

    Related Words

    lock
    Device that secures the opening and closing of doors with a key.
    cerradura
    blockage
    A closure or security block, often financial or legal.
    tranque
    security
    Condition of being protected against danger or harm.
    seguridad

    Slang Meanings

    Bolt as a synonym for problem or difficulty.
    Don’t let those problems be a bolt in your path.
    No dejes que esos problemas sean un cerrojo en tu camino.
    Reference to something that halts the flow of ideas or communication.
    The lack of clarity in the project became a bolt for everyone.
    La falta de claridad en el proyecto se convirtió en un cerrojo para todos.