locknote

English

Etymology

Humorously from keynote and lock, as though the key in keynote were the kind that opens a door.

Noun

locknote (plural locknotes)

1. The last presentation in an academic or business conference with a broad thematic overview. Typically, the best-known speakers or scholars at a conference give keynote and locknote addresses.
   • 1985. EDN,Electric Engineering, Rogers Pub. Co., 1985, page 211

     ...the Software Summit, the Resellers Roundtable, and the "locknote" (wrap-up)...

   • 2007. The Alternative Sustainable Renewable Energy Summit 2007, April 23 & 24, 2007, Croke Park Convention Centre, Dublin

     4:15 Locknote Address Spatial Planning and Renewable Energy Plans.

   • 2009. Microsoft Parner Connection Seminar Agenda, New Zealand

     Locknote Address - Therese Walsh (NZRFU)

Related terms

• keynote