Definition of Latching
1. n. A loop or eye formed on the head rope of a bonnet, by which it is attached to the foot of a sail; -- called also latch and lasket.
Definition of Latching
1. latch [v] - See also: latch
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Lexicographical Neighbors of Latching
Literary usage of Latching
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1. Miners' Pocket-book: A Reference Book for Miners, Mine Surveyors, Geologists by Charles George Warnford Lock (1897)
"latching or Dialling. (Merrett.) "latching" or "dialling" is a term used by miners
when an underground survey is required of the course that bas been ..."
2. The American Amateur Photographer (1901)
"A spring cover is provided for the receptacle, the latching mechanism for said
... Warren C. Dickerson, New York, NY A latching mechanism is provided for ..."
3. Nasa Patents Available for Licensing from the George C. Marshall Space ...Techno (1992)
"In the latching position, the noses (64) and (83) of the jaws (A) and (B) will
be under the flanges of the spool (50a). 19 daims, 4 Drawing Figures 18 ..."
4. Protection of Chemical and Water Infrastructure: Federal Requirements ...by William O. Jenkins, Jr. by William O. Jenkins, Jr. (2005)
"latching Switches latching switches are replacements for manual toggle switches.
... latching switches require the installation of a timer-controlled ..."
5. Reports of Cases Argued and Determined in the Circuit Court of the United by Samuel Blatchford (1883)
"1 do not regard the latching gear and the tripping of the latch that holds the
dog as strictly a mechanical equivalent for the direct action of the cam upon ..."
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