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Catches

Scope note

Use for holding devices that rely on a roller, magnet, or friction as the means of closure. Distinguished from "latches" which rely on some form of horizontal bar, such as a bolt, rod, or hook.

Term type

AAT

Getty AAT term number

300033359

Broader Terms used

finish hardware

Equivalent Terms used

catch

Created

13yrs ago

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