Definitions
from The Century Dictionary.
- noun The staple or keeper into which the bolt of a lock is shot, when the staple is so made as to box in, or cover, the end of the bolt.
Etymologies
Sorry, no etymologies found.
Support
Help support Wordnik (and make this page ad-free) by adopting the word box-staple.
Examples
Sorry, no example sentences found.
Comments
Log in or sign up to get involved in the conversation. It's quick and easy.