Hasp Definition

hăsp
hasps
noun
A hinged metal fastening for a door, window, lid, etc.; esp., a metal piece that fits over a staple and is held in place by a pin or padlock.
Webster's New World

A spindle to wind yarn, thread, or silk on.

Wiktionary
Wiktionary
verb
To fasten with or as with a hasp.
Webster's New World

Other Word Forms of Hasp

Noun

Singular:
hasp
Plural:
hasps

Origin of Hasp

  • Middle English from Old English hæsp, hæpse

    From American Heritage Dictionary of the English Language, 5th Edition

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