NOUN: "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" Crossword Clue

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NOUN: "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" Crossword Answer

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(noun)
1. a fastener for a door or lid; a hinged metal plate is fitted over a staple and is locked with a pin or padlock
(verb)
1. secure or lock with a hasp

Hint 2: Clue Definitions

FASTENER (noun)
1. restraint that attaches to something or holds something in place
2. a person who fastens or makes fast
ESPECIALLY (adverb)
1. to a distinctly greater extent or degree than is common
2. in a special manner

Hint 3: Anagram

Unscramble the letters below to solve for today's answer.
HAPS

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