noun

locksmith

locksmith

I called a locksmith when I lost my keys.

I called a locksmith when I lost my keys.

The locksmith installed a new lock on the door.

The locksmith installed a new lock on the door.

((a locksmith)) a person who makes and repairs locks We need to call a locksmith.

Synonyms: key cutter

From 'lock' + 'smith' (a worker in metal). A smith who works with locks.

Think of a 'smith' (like a blacksmith) who specialises in 'locks'.

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