fasten a seat belt — to secure and buckle a seat belt for safety while traveling in a vehicle
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: to secure and buckle a seat belt for safety while traveling in a vehicle
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈfæsən ə siːt belt/
Example Sentences
- The flight attendant reminded passengers to fasten their seat belts, but Mr. Kim was too busy taking selfies with his airplane meal.
- She always fastens her seat belt immediately after getting in the car, even when just moving it in the driveway.
- The driving instructor taught him to fasten his seat belt before even starting the engine.
fasten a seat belt
NOUN[/ˈfæsən ə siːt belt/]
to secure and buckle a seat belt for safety while traveling in a vehicle
to secure and buckle a seat belt for safety while traveling in a vehicle
Hasten to be chastened, then fasten your seat belt!
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🌳Etymology
Origin
Fasten derives from Old English 'fæstnian', meaning to make firm or secure. Belt comes from Latin 'balteus', originally denoting a military girdle or band worn around the waist. The compound phrase 'seat belt' emerged in the 20th century with the development of automobiles and aircraft, establishing its modern safety application.
Breakdown
fasten (from Old English fæstnian, to make firm) + seat (from Old English 'sæt', a place to sit) + belt (from Latin 'balteus', a band or girdle). The three-word phrase combines the verb 'fasten' with the noun 'seat belt' to denote securing a safety restraint.
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📝Examples
“The flight attendant reminded passengers to fasten their seat belts, but Mr. Kim was too busy taking selfies with his airplane meal.”
“She always fastens her seat belt immediately after getting in the car, even when just moving it in the driveway.”
“The driving instructor taught him to fasten his seat belt before even starting the engine.”
“My grandmother refuses to fasten her seat belt because she says it wrinkles her fancy dress.”
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