loid

loid
/loyd/, Slang.
v.t.
1. to open (a locked door) by sliding a thin piece of celluloid or plastic between the door edge and doorframe to force open a spring lock.
n.
2. a thin piece of celluloid or plastic so used, as by a burglar.
[1955-60; shortening of CELLULOID]

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