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Record 1 2016-03-08

English

Subject field(s)
  • Locks and Locksmithing
  • Security Devices
  • Corporate Security
DEF

the face of a lock through which the bolts move; it is usually mortised in, so as to be flush with edge of door.

DEF

the part of a mortise lock through which the bolt protrudes and by which the lock is fastened to the door.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Serrurerie
  • Dispositifs de sécurité
  • Sécurité générale de l'entreprise
DEF

platine portant la ou les ouvertures de forme pour le passage et le guidage du (ou des) pêne(s); elle supporte éventuellement le tenon-guide.

CONT

La face traversée par le pêne est le bord B ou têtière, les trois autres sont les cloisons.

Spanish

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