hasp

Meanings

1. 1
   noun

   a hinged metal strap that fits over a staple and is secured by a pin or padlock

   She lifted the hasp and opened the wooden chest.

2. 2
   verb

   to fasten a door, lid, or container with a hasp

   He hasped the shed door before attaching the padlock.

From Middle English haspe, from Old English hæsp or hæpse, 'clasp, fastening,' with Germanic cognates referring to clasps, clamps, and reels. The verb developed directly from the fastening noun.

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