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To lock an interest rate means to set a rate guaranteed for a certain number of days. For example, if 7.0 percent is the interest rate you choose on the day you lock and you choose a 30 day lock period. The mortgage company guarantees your rate will be 7.0 percent provided you close within the 30 day lock period.
