ˈläkə̇t, usu -ə̇d.+V noun
( -s )
Etymology: Middle French loquet latch, from Middle Dutch loke latch, bolt + Middle French -et (diminutive suffix); akin to Old English loc bolt, lock — more at lock
1. obsolete : a crossbar of a window
2. : a part of a scabbard where a belt hook fastens
3. : a group of set jewels
4. : a catch or spring for fastening something (as a necklace)
5.
a. : a small and often ornate case usually of precious metal having space for a memento (as a miniature or a lock of hair) and worn typically suspended from a chain or necklace
b. : a patch of distinctive color (as white) on the throat or chest of a cat