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   lock-up

   /ˈlɒkʌp/

   noun

   • 1. a jail, especially a temporary one. Similar jailprisoncellpolice cellplace of detentionplace of confinementdetention centrejailhouseinformal:coolerslammerjugcanstirclinkquodchokeypennick
   • 2. non-residential premises that can be locked up, typically a small shop or garage: British "a lock-up garage" Similar storeroomstorewarehousedepositorystorage spacegarage
   • 3. the locking up of premises for the night.
   • ▪ the time when premises are locked up: "hurrying back to their houses before lock-up"
   • 4. the action of becoming fixed or immovable: "anti-lock braking helps prevent wheel lock-up"
   • 5. an investment in assets which cannot readily be realized or sold on in the short term.

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