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Definition of lockpick

lockpick

/ˈlɑːkˌpɪk/
lock · pick
Plural:lockpicks
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Past Simple:lockpicked
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Past Participle:lockpicked
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Present Participle:lockpicking
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lockpick Lexical Profile

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• noun

1

A specialized, slender metal tool or instrument used to manipulate the internal components of a lock in order to open it without the original key.

Example

"The locksmith used a tension wrench and a fine lockpick to open the jammed cabinet door."

2

A person who picks locks, either professionally or illicitly.

Example

"In the mystery novel, a skilled lockpick was hired to retrieve the documents from the safe."

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• verb

1

To open a lock using specialized tools or instruments rather than the proper key.

Example

"Players in the role-playing game can train their character to lockpick treasure chests."

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• Nearby Words

lockjaw
lockmaker
lockout
lockpick
lockset
locksmith
locksmithing

Usage Trend

Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Lockpick. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/lockpick
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