Depending on the specific industrial, mechanical, technological, or biological context, a latch is referred to by various descriptive names and synonyms. In mechanical hardware, carpentry, and architectural security, a latch is commonly called a catch, bolt, fastener, clasp, lock, or hasp, describing devices used to secure doors or panels. In pediatric care and lactation terminology, it is frequently called an infant attachment, nursing grip, or oral suction seal. In digital electronics and computer engineering, a logic latch is known as a bistable multivibrator, flip-flop circuit, storage register, or memory cell. Each term reflects the specialized mechanism used to temporarily or permanently secure two elements together in a stable state.
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