strike plate

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English

Etymology

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

Noun

strike plate (plural strike plates)

  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.

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