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latching

/ˈlætʃɪŋ/

latching on

Translations

latchingnoun

latchings

защелка

The door has a latching mechanism to keep it closed.

Дверь имеет механизм защелки для удержания её в закрытом состоянии.

фиксация

The latching of the components ensures they stay in place.

Фиксация компонентов обеспечивает их удержание на месте.

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Synonyms

latchinggerund / present participle

/ˈlætʃɪŋ/

Used attributively for devices or mechanisms that latch automatically.

Synonyms

latchverb

latching

Gerund

latched

Past Simple

latched

Past Participle

latching

Gerund

/lætʃ/

запирать

He latched the door before going to bed.

Он запер дверь перед тем, как лечь спать.

защелкнуть

She latched the window to keep the cold out.

Она защелкнула окно, чтобы не впустить холод.

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Definitions

latchingnoun

The act or process of fastening or securing something with a latch.

The latching of the gate was secure, ensuring that the animals couldn't escape.

A mechanism or device that fastens or secures something with a latch.

The latching on the door was broken, so it wouldn't stay closed.

latchinggerund / present participle

Designed to latch or remain locked automatically after being activated.

The latching relay continues to conduct current even after the control signal is removed.

latchverb

To fasten or secure something with a latch.

She latched the gate to keep the dog from escaping.

To attach oneself to something or someone, often used metaphorically.

The child latched onto her mother's leg, refusing to let go.

To become fastened or closed by means of a latch.

The door won't latch unless you push it firmly.

Of a baby, to attach to a breast and begin suckling.

The midwife helped the newborn latch quickly after birth.

To come to understand or realize something (usually followed by "on" or "onto").

After a few minutes, the students latched on to the concept.