Definition for HASP

HASP, n. [Sax. hæps; G. haspe, a hinge; Dan. hasp; Sw. haspe. We probably have the word from the Danes.]

  1. A clasp that passes over a staple to be fastened by a padlock. Mortimer.
  2. A spindle to wind thread or silk on. [Local.]

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