strike plate

短语

词形变化

strike plates 复数 strike plates

释义与例句

n.
  1. 1.

    A metal plate affixed to a doorjamb that holds the door closed when the door bolt is extended into a hole, protecting the jamb against friction from the bolt.

词源

So called because the latch strikes against a metal lip when the door is closed.

来源：wiktionary