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springlock en · NOUN

Meanings

1. (alt-of, alternative) Alternative form of spring lock.
   alt of spring lock

Forms

Spelling	Features	Labels	Source
springlocks	Number=Plur		lexicographic

springlock en · VERB

Meanings

1. (slang) To trap, injure or kill (a person) by a spring lock (as a result of mechanical failure).
2. (broadly, figuratively, slang) To trap, injure or kill (a person) by a spring lock (as a result of mechanical failure). ▸ To confine or trap (someone) in something, especially a (usually mechanical) suit or costume due to a failure in the suit's design.

Forms

Spelling	Features	Labels	Source
springlocked	Tense=Past, VerbForm=Part		lexicographic
springlocked	Tense=Past		lexicographic
springlocks	Number=Sing, Person=3, Tense=Pres		lexicographic
springlocking	Tense=Pres, VerbForm=Part		lexicographic