dictionary.ptlatchnounmasculinegeneral usecommon/ˈtɾĩku/trin·coPortuguêsEnglishEspañolFrançaisDefinition1A small metal piece, usually movable, that fits into a catch to hold a door or window closed.Usage examples“The strong wind made the window latch rattle.”“Make sure the door latch is securely closed.”SynonymslatchboltcatchCommon combinationsdoor latchbolt the latch
A small metal piece, usually movable, that fits into a catch to hold a door or window closed.Usage examples“The strong wind made the window latch rattle.”“Make sure the door latch is securely closed.”SynonymslatchboltcatchCommon combinationsdoor latchbolt the latch