night latch

• Type de serrure de porte qui peut être ouvert de l'intérieur en tournant une poignée et de l'extérieur avec une clé ; généralement utilisé pour la sécurité.

A type of lock on a door that can be opened from the inside by turning a knob and from the outside with a key, typically used for security.

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   A type of lock that is fitted on the inside of a door and can be opened from the outside with a key, but from the inside without a key.

   verrou de sûreté

   • He turned the key in the night latch to secure the front door.
   • The night latch clicked shut as she left the house.
   • Make sure the night latch is engaged before you go to bed.