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施錠 (せじょう) Japanese meaning | Kotomora
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noun, noun or participle which takes 'suru', transitive verb, intransitive verb
locking ; lock
Refers to the act of locking a door, gate, or container. Often used in security-related contexts. Can be used as a noun or with する as a transitive or intransitive verb.
この
ドア
は
自じ
動どう
で
施せ
錠じょう
さ
れ
ます
。
This door locks automatically.
Similar words 鍵かぎ をかける More colloquial and everyday expression for locking. 施錠 is more formal and often used in written instructions or official notices.
ロック Loanword from English, commonly used in casual contexts and for electronic locks. 施錠 is more traditional and formal.
Etymology Compound of 施 (せ, 'to apply, carry out') and 錠 (じょう, 'lock'). The kanji 錠 specifically refers to a lock or padlock, making the meaning transparent.
