(keep something/put something/be) under lock and key In english explanation

The meaning, explanation, definition and origin of the idiom/phrase "(keep something/put something/be) under lock and key", English Idiom Dictionary ( also found in Vietnamese )

author Evelyn Nguyen calendar 2021-01-07 03:01

Meaning of (keep something/put something/be) under lock and key

(keep something/put something/be) under lock and key phrase

To keep something in a safe place such as a box, room, or bank

My jewelry is securely under lock and key.

My grandfather kept his testament under lock and key.

I put all of my money under lock and key at the bank.

To keep someone in prison

Finally the criminal was kept under lock and key.

The police have catched the escaped prisoner and put him under lock and key.

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Hold the position for someone or take their responsibility until they are back

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To keep memory in a particular place in one's heart or mind.

Grammar and Usage of (keep something/put something/be) under lock and key

Verb Forms

  • (keep something/put something/be) under lock and key

The verb "keep/put" should be conjugated according to its tense.

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