“Lochs” or “Locks” or “Lox”

Overview

lochs / locks / lox are similar-sounding terms with different meanings (referred to as homophones). To better understand the differences, see below for definitions, pronunciation guides, and example sentences using each term. 👇

Definitions

lochs: (noun) a long narrow inlet of the sea in Scotland (especially when it is nearly landlocked). (noun) Scottish word for a lake.

locks: (noun) a fastener fitted to a door or drawer to keep it firmly closed. (noun) a strand or cluster of hair. (noun) a mechanism that detonates the charge of a gun. (noun) enclosure consisting of a section of canal that can be closed to control the water level; used to raise or lower vessels that pass through it. (noun) a restraint incorporated into the ignition switch to prevent the use of a vehicle by persons who do not have the key. (noun) any wrestling hold in which some part of the opponent's body is twisted or pressured. (verb) fasten with a lock. (verb) become rigid or immoveable. (verb) hold in a locking position. (verb) hold fast (in a certain state). (verb) pass by means through a lock in a waterway. (verb) build locks in order to facilitate the navigation of vessels.

lox: (noun) brine-cured salmon that is lightly smoked.

Pronunciation

lochs: NA

locks: l·AA·k·s

lox: l·AA·k·s

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