fastening — a device or object used to join, attach, or close something
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: a device or object used to join, attach, or close something
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈfæsənɪŋ/
Example Sentences
- The seatbelt fastening clicked reassuringly as the roller coaster started.
- My shirt's button fastening gave up during my presentation - talk about bad timing!
- The astronaut checked every fastening twice before the spacewalk.
fastening
NOUN[/ˈfæsənɪŋ/]
a device or object used to join, attach, or close something
Proper fastening of the seatbelt is essential before takeoff.
The fastening of the wooden boards made the bridge stronger. (ATTACHMENT + SECURITY = FASTENING)
Fastening led to strengthening and improved safeguarding.
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“The seatbelt fastening clicked reassuringly as the roller coaster started.”
“My shirt's button fastening gave up during my presentation - talk about bad timing!”
“The astronaut checked every fastening twice before the spacewalk.”
“This bag's fastening is so complicated, I need a PhD to open it!”
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