safety lock
AmericanEtymology
Origin of safety lock
First recorded in 1875–80
Example Sentences
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In a way, made-to-measure is like the child safety lock on a car door.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 9, 2024
Goodson fell into his grandmother’s kitchen and his gun was found on the kitchen floor with the safety lock engaged, prosecutors said.
From Seattle Times ● Feb. 13, 2024
And "No one shall be issued a firearm until he or she is trained in safe handling, safe use, the safety lock, and proper firing procedures."
From Fox News ● Nov. 3, 2021
Modifications include a safety lock to prevent the premature initiation of the feathering system that downed Voyager.
From The Guardian ● Apr. 10, 2016
Brad turned the control in his hands as he examined each safety lock.
From The Universe — or Nothing by Moldeven, Meyer
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