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Definition of sidelock

sidelock

/ˈsaɪd.lɑːk/
side · lock
Plural:sidelocks
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Adjective:sidelocked
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sidelock Lexical Profile

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• noun

1

A lock or curl of hair growing or hanging down at the side of the head in front of the ear, especially one worn for religious or ceremonial purposes such as a Jewish pe'ah or an ancient Egyptian sidelock of youth.

Example

"The young boy wore long, curled sidelocks in accordance with his family's orthodox religious traditions."

2

A firearm action or firing mechanism in which the lock components are mounted on detachable plates on the side of the receiver rather than inside a central box.

Example

"The antique craftsman carefully engraved intricate floral patterns onto the steel plates of the sidelock."

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• Nearby Words

sidelight
sideline
sideliner
sidelock
sidelong
sidenote
sidepiece

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