latched

[US]/lætʃt/
[UK]/lætʃt/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

v.past tense and past participle of latch; to fasten or secure something (like a door) with a latch; to become entangled or attached
adj.secured or locked; closed tightly or fastened

Phrases & Collocations

latched door

latched gate

latched window

latched cabinet

latched lid

latched box

latched trunk

latched drawer

latched fence

latched latch

Example Sentences

the door was securely latched before we left.

she latched onto the idea immediately.

he latched the window to keep it closed.

the cat latched onto my leg for attention.

the child latched onto her mother's hand in the crowd.

once the gate was latched, we felt safe.

he latched onto the concept quickly during the discussion.

the latch was broken, so the door wouldn't stay latched.

she latched onto her dreams and worked hard to achieve them.

make sure the lid is latched before you transport it.

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