Spring-loaded door lock (5)

I believe the answer is:

latch

(Other definitions for latch that I've seen before include "Something to secure" , "Door-catch" , "Gate bar" , "retainer" , "Small bar for fastening a door" .)

I've seen this clue in The Guardian.

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