Hasp Definition

hăsp
hasps
noun
A hinged metal fastening for a door, window, lid, etc.; esp., a metal piece that fits over a staple and is held in place by a pin or padlock.
Webster's New World

A spindle to wind yarn, thread, or silk on.

Wiktionary

An instrument for cutting the surface of grassland; a scarifier.

Wiktionary
Synonyms:
verb
To fasten with or as with a hasp.
Webster's New World

Other Word Forms of Hasp

Noun

Singular:
hasp
Plural:
hasps

Origin of Hasp

  • Middle English from Old English hæsp, hæpse

    From American Heritage Dictionary of the English Language, 5th Edition

Hasp Sentence Examples

  • It's best to bolt the hasp and staple to the door and frame for extra strength.

  • Includes high security 4 pin cylinder padlock with double bolted shackle and fully enclosed hasp.

  • Use a good quality hasp and padlock, make sure any windows are obscured so that a burglar cannot see in.

  • As the Senator left, he saw another agent pounding a large padlock hasp into the side of his door.

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Words Starting With

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Words Ending With

PSPASP

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