Fastener used with a padlock (4)

I believe the answer is:

hasp

(Other definitions for hasp that I've seen before include "Door latch" , "Fastening plate, clasp" , "Hinged fastener for door or lid" , "catch" , "part of a lock" .)

I've seen this clue in The New York Times.

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