latch
//lætʃ//
Noun
latchSingular
latchesPlural
1
A fastening device for a door or gate, typically consisting of a bar that falls into a catch or slot.
She lifted the latch and opened the garden gate.
2
An electronic circuit that retains a state until reset.
The latch stores the data until the system is reset.
Verb
latchInfinitive
latchPresent tense
latchedPast tense
latchedPast participle
latchingPresent participle
latchesThird-person singular
1
To fasten or close with a latch.
Please latch the gate when you leave.
2
To attach oneself firmly to something or someone.
The child latched onto her mother's arm and refused to let go.