明锁 ming2 suo3

exposed lock; external lock (e.g. padlock or surface-mounted latch) (contrasted with 暗鎖|暗锁[an4 suo3] "built-in lock")

Traditional: 明鎖

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ming2

suo3

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English Phonetic: ik'spәuzd
Detailed Definition: s. with no protection or shield\ns. not covered with clothing