Looking for the meaning of the word LOCKUP in English for both noun and verb forms from the Oxford Dictionary? Below, you can explore all possible meanings and definitions of LOCKUP with sentence examples. You can also use the “AUDIO PRONUNCIATION” track to check the correct pronunciation in British English.
Word: Lock-up
Speech Type: Noun
Audio Pronunciation:
Phonetic Spelling:
ˈlɒkʌp
Dialects: British English
Definition:
a jail, especially a temporary one.
Short Definition:jail
Definition:
non-residential premises that can be locked up, typically a small shop or garage
Short Definition:non-residential premises
Examples:- a lock-up garage
Definition:
the locking up of premises for the night.
Short Definition:locking up of premises
Definition:
the action of becoming fixed or immovable
Short Definition:action of becoming fixed
Examples:- anti-lock braking helps prevent wheel lock-up
Definition:
an investment in assets which cannot readily be realized or sold on in the short term.
Short Definition:investment
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