lock somebody/something ↔ away phrasal verb (see also lock)

1. to put something in a safe place and lock the door, lid etc Synonym : lock up:
He locked his money away in the safe.

2. to put someone in prison Synonym : lock up:
I hope they lock him away for years.

3. lock yourself away to keep yourself separate from other people by staying in your room, office etc

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