noun
- plural of latch; fastening devices that hold doors, gates, or windows closed
verb
- third person singular present of latch; fastens or closes with a latch
- attaches oneself to someone or something, often persistently
Usage: informal
Examples
- The old barn door has two rusty latches.
- She always latches the gate after entering the yard.
- All the window latches need to be replaced.
- He latches onto every new trend that comes along.
- The baby latches onto her mother’s finger.
- Make sure the door latches properly when you leave.
- The cabinet latches are broken and won’t stay closed.