airlock

English

noun
Definitions
  • A sealed, airtight chamber, such as in a manned spacecraft or submarine, used to provide access to and from the sealed area without allowing air out or water in.
  • (alternative form of) air lock

Etymology

Compound from English air + English lock (tuf of hair, tuft length of hair, curl, tuft of hair).

Origin

English

lock

Gloss

tuf of hair, tuft length of hair, curl, tuft of hair

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