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strike plate

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strike plate [′strīk ‚plāt]
(design engineering)
A metal plate or box which is set in a door jamb and is either pierced or recessed to receive the bolt or latch of a lock.
strike plate, strike, striking plate
A metal plate or box which is set in a doorjamb and is either pierced or recessed to receive the bolt or latch of a lock, fixed on a door. Also see box strike plate.
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