strike plate

Questions

What does strike plate mean?

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.

Where does strike plate come from?

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

How to pronounce strike plate

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