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lock·et \ˈläkə̇t, usu -ə̇d.+V\ noun (-s) Etymology: Middle French loquet latch, from Middle Dutch loke latch, bolt + Middle French -et (diminutive suffix); akin to Old English loc bolt, lock — more at lock 1. obsolete : a crossbar of a window 2. : a part of a scabbard where a belt hook fastens 3. : a group of set jewels 4. : a catch or spring for fastening something (as a necklace) 5. a. : a small and often ornate case usually of precious metal having space for a memento (as a miniature or a lock of hair) and worn typically suspended from a chain or necklace b. : a patch of distinctive color (as white) on the throat or chest of a cat |