combination lock

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combination lock

A lock that will open only when its dial is turned through a predetermined sequence of positions identified on the dial face by numbers or letters.

combination lock

(Engineering / General Engineering) a type of lock that can only be opened when a set of dials releasing the tumblers of the lock are turned to show a specific sequence of numbers

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combination lock - lock that can be opened only by turning dials in a special sequence

lock - a fastener fitted to a door or drawer to keep it firmly closed

Translations

combination lock n → serratura a combinazione

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