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thumb|upright=1.35|Typical modern padlock with keys thumb|upright=1.35|Padlocked door

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Padlock
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Padlocks
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  • Naming and etymology
  • History
  • Components
  • Types
  • Combination
  • Electronic
  • Steel cable
  • Resistance
  • Symbolism
  • See also
  • References
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thumb|upright=1.35|Typical modern padlock with keys thumb|upright=1.35|Padlocked door

Padlocks are portable locks with a shackle that may be passed through an opening (such as a chain link, or hasp staple) to prevent use, theft, vandalism or harm.

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