8+ Synonyms for Lock & Similar Words
Definition of lock
- noun
- a fastener fitted to a door or drawer to keep it firmly closed
- a strand or cluster of hair
- a mechanism that detonates the charge of a gun
8 synonyms found
Writing tips for "lock"
Choosing the right synonym depends on context, tone, and audience. Words like curl, engage, interlace can replace "lock" depending on the shade of meaning you need. In poetry and songwriting, swapping synonyms lets you match a rhyme scheme or meter without changing your meaning. In prose, varying your word choice avoids repetition and keeps readers engaged.
With 8 alternatives available, "lock" gives you flexibility across registers — from formal to casual, from literary to conversational. Try pairing these synonyms with our rhyme finder to discover words that both mean and sound like what you need.
"Lock" in song lyrics
See how lock is used in real songs:
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"Now I'm asking, who got you block on lock"
The 49ers — What Ya Got -
"they got that Nolia on lock"
504 Boyz — Uptown -
"And pawn shops, Cronz hot, I got the block on lock"
60 Second Assassin f/ C.C.F. Division, La the Darkman, Prodigal Sunn, RZA, Timbo King — War Zone (Remix)