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Lock, stock and barrel

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The phrase emphasizes a comprehensive change or transfer without leaving anything behind. SlideHe handed over the company to his son, lock, stock and barrel.
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Commonly used in casual conversation; it may seem out of place in very formal or academic contexts. SlideWhen she moved abroad, she sold her car lock, stock and barrel.
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Refers back to the parts of a musket, suggesting the inclusion of all parts of something. SlideThe old tavern was auctioned off, lock, stock and barrel.