Ignition Lock (Noun)
Meaning
A restraint incorporated into the ignition switch to prevent the use of a vehicle by persons who do not have the key.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- The car's ignition lock required a specially coded key to turn the engine over and start the vehicle.
- As an anti-theft measure, many modern vehicles are equipped with advanced ignition locks that use transponder chips and encryption.
- The ignition lock on the motorcycle was so finicky that even the owner had trouble getting it to turn over sometimes.
- Thieves often target vehicles with outdated ignition locks that can be easily hotwired or picked.
- The ignition lock on the old truck had worn out over time, making it difficult to insert and turn the key.