n.
Pronunciation: ' hasp
Function: noun
Etymology: Middle English, alteration from Old English hæpse; akin to Middle High German haspe hasp
Date: before 12th century
: any of several devices for fastening especially : a fastener especially for a door or lid consisting of a hinged metal strap that fits over a staple and is secured by a pin or padlock
– hasp transitive verb
hasp