Lock
Part of speech: verb
Definition: To become fastened in place. To fasten with a lock. To be capable of becoming fastened in place. To intertwine or dovetail. To freeze one's body or a part thereof in place.
Part of speech: noun
Definition: Something used for fastening, which can only be opened with a key or combination. A mutex or other token restricting access to a resource. A segment of a canal or other waterway enclosed by gates, used for raising and lowering boats between levels. The firing mechanism of a gun. Complete control over a situation. Something sure to be a success. A player in the scrum behind the front row, usually the tallest members of the team. tuft or length of hair
Example sentence: I don't drink much anymore, but when I traveled with Frank Sinatra, God rest his soul, I used to drink like I could do it. He made it a test. In Vegas, the Rat Pack, which I was a little part of, drank all night and slept most of the day. Then, about 5 o'clock, we'd meet in the hotel steam room, lock the door, and steam our brains out.
Engage
Part of speech: verb
Definition: To pledge, to put something at risk or on the line.To guarantee or promise (to do something.)To bind through legal or moral obligation (to do something, especially to marry) (usually in passive)To engross or hold the attention of someone.To fascinate or win over someone.To employ or obtain the services of someone.To reserve or arrange the use of.To mesh or interlock (of machinery, especially a clutch).To cause to mesh or interlock.To enter into (an activity), to participate (construed with ).To keep busy or occupied.To attract, to draw into conversation.To enter into conflict with (an enemy).To enter into battle.To bring together or prepare before fighting.In air defense, a fire control order used to direct or authorize units and/or weapon systems to fire on a designated target. (JP 1-02 Department of Defense Dictionary of Military and Associated Terms).To bring the enemy under fire. (JP 1-02 Department of Defense Dictionary of Military and Associated Terms).
Example sentence: Chinese food tries to engage the mind, not just the palate. To provoke the intellect.