hood latch

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Noun hood latch has 1 sense

hood latch - a catch that holds the hood of a car shut
--₁ is a kind of catch

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Hood Latch

A hood latch is a mechanism used to secure the hood of a vehicle in place.

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Noun

Sense 1:

Definition: A device used to lock and hold down the hood of a vehicle.

Sample Sentence: Make sure to check the hood latch before driving to ensure the hood is securely closed.

Sense 2:

Definition: The act of latching or securing the hood of a vehicle.

Sample Sentence: He heard the hood latch click into place as he closed the hood of his car.