Hasping refers to the act of securing something with a metal fastener. Synonyms for hasping include locking, latching, bolting, clasping, hooking, and fastening. Locking implies the use of a key or code to secure something while latching suggests the use of a spring mechanism. Bolting is typically used to secure a door or window by inserting a bolt into a socket. Clasping or hooking describes holding something securely with a hook or clasp. Fastening is a general term used to describe the act of securing something with a fastener, such as a screw or nail. These synonyms are useful in providing a range of alternative words to describe the act of securing something with a hasp.