Synonyms for lock up

Synonyms for (verb) lock up

Synonyms: shut away, shut up, lock, lock away, lock in, lock up, put away

Definition: place in a place where something cannot be removed or someone cannot escape

Usage: The parents locked her daughter up for the weekend; She locked her jewels in the safe

Similar words: confine

Definition: prevent from leaving or from being removed


Synonyms: lock up

Definition: secure by locking

Usage: lock up the house before you go on vacation

Similar words: fix, fasten, secure

Definition: cause to be firmly attached

Usage: fasten the lock onto the door; she fixed her gaze on the man


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