Sidelock

/ˈsaɪd.lɑk/
noun

A sidelock is a type of lock mechanism in a firearm that is located on the side of the weapon, allowing for the ignition of the firing mechanism.

The hunter preferred his sidelock rifle for its reliability in the field.
Visual representation of "sidelock" - A sidelock is a type of lock mechanism in a firearm that is located on the side of the weapon, allowing for the ignition of the firing mechanism.

Often appears as...

  • sidelock rifle
  • sidelock mechanism

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firearm mechanism, lock mechanism, hunting equipment

noun

Sidelock refers to a curl of hair that is allowed to grow long and is typically worn on the sides of the head, particularly in certain religious cultural traditions.

He wore sidelocks as part of his religious observance's customs.
Visual representation of "sidelock" - Sidelock refers to a curl of hair that is allowed to grow long and is typically worn on the sides of the head, particularly in certain religious cultural traditions.

Often appears as...

  • religious sidelocks
  • sidelock hairstyle

Usage tips

Neutral

hair styling, custom, religious practice

noun

A sidelock is a type of lock mechanism in a firearm that is located on the side of the weapon, allowing for the ignition of the firing mechanism.

The hunter preferred his sidelock rifle for its reliability in the field.
Visual representation of "sidelock" - A sidelock is a type of lock mechanism in a firearm that is located on the side of the weapon, allowing for the ignition of the firing mechanism.

Often appears as...

  • sidelock rifle
  • sidelock mechanism

Usage tips

Neutral

firearm mechanism, lock mechanism, hunting equipment

noun

Sidelock refers to a curl of hair that is allowed to grow long and is typically worn on the sides of the head, particularly in certain religious cultural traditions.

He wore sidelocks as part of his religious observance's customs.
Visual representation of "sidelock" - Sidelock refers to a curl of hair that is allowed to grow long and is typically worn on the sides of the head, particularly in certain religious cultural traditions.

Often appears as...

  • religious sidelocks
  • sidelock hairstyle

Usage tips

Neutral

hair styling, custom, religious practice

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Technical

In firearms, a sidelock allows for a more traditional design.

In hunting, gunsmiths often prefer sidelocks for custom builds.
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Cultural

In some cultures, sidelocks refer to a hair styling that has religious significance.

Sidelocks can be seen as a symbol of faith among certain Jewish communities.
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Technical

In firearms, a sidelock allows for a more traditional design.

In hunting, gunsmiths often prefer sidelocks for custom builds.
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Cultural

In some cultures, sidelocks refer to a hair styling that has religious significance.

Sidelocks can be seen as a symbol of faith among certain Jewish communities.
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Technical

In firearms, a sidelock allows for a more traditional design.

In hunting, gunsmiths often prefer sidelocks for custom builds.
LampPro Tip 2/2

Cultural

In some cultures, sidelocks refer to a hair styling that has religious significance.

Sidelocks can be seen as a symbol of faith among certain Jewish communities.
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