Hasp

usgb/hæsp/
noun

A tool used to fasten a door or lid. It has two parts: a metal loop and a slotted hinge plate.

She secured the door with a hasp and padlock.
Visual representation of "hasp" - A tool used to fasten a door or lid. It has two parts: a metal loop and a slotted hinge plate.

Often appears as...

  • hasp and staple
  • safety hasp
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Security Device

Hasps are often used for security, paired with a padlock.

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The valuable tools were kept safe with a hasp and a sturdy padlock.
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Physical Object

A hasp is a tangible item made of metal, not a general term for fastening.

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She examined the rusting hasp on the old trunk.
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Visual Identification

Recognize a hasp by its hinged metal plate and loop.

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That locker is secured with a hasp; you can tell by the looping part.
Visual representation of the word "Hasp"

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