latch¹ /lach/

1. A door catch lifted from the outside by a lever or string
2. A light door lock, opened from the outside by a key

To seize, take or receive

To fasten with a latch

latchˈkey or latchˈstring noun

A key or string for opening a latched door

latchkey child noun

A child who regularly returns home to an empty house

latch on to (informal)

1. To attach oneself to
2. To gain comprehension of

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