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What is a deadbolt?

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Deadbolt: or Deadlock. When the bolt is extended the full distance, it deadlocks. Meaning it can not be jimmied back or slid back as in you door knob latch. The bolt is referring to the bolt that comes out of the side of the door. Deadbolt, get it?

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