Each of the incisions in the bit of a key, corresponding to the ‘wards’ of the lock. Cf. step-ward n. at step, n.1 compounds 1.
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释义 | society > occupation and work > equipment > building and constructing equipment > fastenings > [noun] > key > parts of key > bit > incisions on (3) ward1390 Each of the incisions in the bit of a key, corresponding to the ‘wards’ of the lock. Cf. step-ward n. at step, n.1 compounds 1. step1674 An offset or part resembling a step in outline, singly or in a series; e.g. in the bit of a key. bridgeward1856 The main ward of a lock or key. |
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