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Locking mechanism

Ross

I believe the answer is:

hasp

'locking mechanism' is the definition.
(I've seen this in another clue)

This is all the clue.

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

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