locksmith

noun

lock·​smith ˈläk-ˌsmith How to pronounce locksmith (audio)
: a person who makes or repairs locks

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Yosemite lost its only locksmith, per the document. Kate Murphy, Axios, 5 Mar. 2025 During the scheme, the group would target locksmiths and other service businesses that assist with immediate needs, such as HVAC cleaners and towing companies, the complaint reads. Jonathan Limehouse, USA TODAY, 20 Mar. 2025 Among the victims were a locksmith, a flower seller, and two greengrocers. Anahid Nersessian, The New Yorker, 5 Mar. 2025 Hamilton was forced to call a locksmith at 5 a.m. Sunday to secure her business. Nathan Pilling, Kansas City Star, 5 Mar. 2025 See All Example Sentences for locksmith

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First Known Use

13th century, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of locksmith was in the 13th century

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“Locksmith.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/locksmith. Accessed 23 Apr. 2025.

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locksmith

noun
lock·​smith -ˌsmith How to pronounce locksmith (audio)
: a person who makes or repairs locks

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