What is the meaning of fastening?

noun

  • Restraint that attaches to something or holds something in place.
  • The act of fastening things together.

verb

  • Cause to be firmly attached.
    • usage: "fasten the lock onto the door"; "she fixed her gaze on the man"
  • Become fixed or fastened.
    • usage: "This dress fastens in the back"
  • Attach to.
    • usage: "They fastened various nicknames to each other"
  • Make tight or tighter.
    • usage: "Tighten the wire"
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