drawlatch

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Synonyms: deadlatch

Antonyms: deadlatch

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Noun

1. {{lb|en|obsolete}} A [[housebreaker]] or [[thief]]
2. A [[fastener]] consisting of a [[latch]] body mounted on one side of a door or lid, and a hook or catch mounted on the opposite side. When the latch is engaged, the hook or catch pulls the two sides tightly together, creating a secure closure.

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