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time lock
noun
- a lock, as for the door of a bank vault, equipped with a mechanism that makes it impossible to operate the lock within certain hours.
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Word History and Origins
Origin of time lock1
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Example Sentences
The three and three-quarter minutes which it is necessary to wait, while the time lock is opening, are to me golden moments.
You see, Mr. Headland, I only use the time-lock when I have money or any special papers in the safe.
After the formal introduction Lady Beryl led the way into the library, wherein stood the time-lock safe.
Yes; it's in the vault where we keep the account books, and there's no time lock.
Felix had been experimenting with a new type of time lock and had forgotten to throw the electrical switch that controlled it.
The best locks are of the combination type, with time lock attachment.
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