padlock

noun

pad·​lock ˈpad-ˌläk 

: a removable lock with a shackle that can be passed through a staple or link and then secured

padlock transitive verb

Examples of padlock in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

The handles can accommodate a padlock to further secure valuable items. —Ali Faccenda, People.com, 29 Apr. 2025

There’s no extra bulk and no dangling padlocks that can get caught when going through security — the combination lock is super easy and super fast to use, making travel, well, super easy and super fast. —Francesca Krempa, Travel + Leisure, 16 Mar. 2025

Websites should have the telltale secure connection padlock in the address bar and https at the beginning of the full address. —Zak Doffman, Forbes, 1 Dec. 2024

This vegan leather satchel bag is offered in five bold colors, has bottom studs, sturdy handles and a dangling padlock adornment. —Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 10 Apr. 2025

Word History

Etymology

Middle English padlok, from pad- (of unknown origin) + lok lock

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for padlock

• alcock
• beanstalk
• bedrock
• boardwalk
• catwalk
• cornstalk
• crosswalk
• deadlock
• feedstock
• fetlock
• flintlock
• goshawk

Kids Definition

padlock

noun

pad·​lock ˈpad-ˌläk 

: a removable lock with a curved piece that snaps into a catch

padlock verb