barrel bolt
Simple door lock
A barrel bolt is a simple sliding lock consisting of a metal rod that slides into a socket or keeper to secure a door or gate.
The rod sits in a cylindrical housing—the barrel—mounted to the door's surface.
She slid the barrel bolt into place before going to bed.
Also called a shoot bolt or slide bolt.
- latchDoor-securing catch
- night latchSelf-locking door mechanism
- lockMechanism requiring a key
- lock mechanismDevice securing doors with keys
- home securityMeasures defending a residence
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locking mechanism type
barrel boltdeadbolt
Key-operated door lock
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