Meaning of 'Under lock and key'
What does the saying 'Under lock and key' mean?
Idiom: Under lock and key
Meaning:
If something is under lock and key, it is stored very securely.
Country: International English |
Subject Area: Furniture and household fittings |
Usage Type: Both or All Words Used
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