1. plural of lockup: temporary jails or detention facilities
2. plural of lockup: situations where computer systems or machines become frozen and unresponsive
Usage: computing
3. plural of lockup: secure storage facilities or garages
Usage: British

Examples

• The police station has several lockups for temporary detention.
• Three suspects were held in the downtown lockups overnight.
• The software update fixed the frequent lockups users were experiencing.
• Computer lockups can be caused by overheating or memory issues.
• He rents two lockups to store his vintage car collection.
• The lockups behind the apartment building are available for monthly rent.