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- pronunciation:
- fae
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 n
- features:
- Word Combinations (verb), Word Builder
| part of speech: |
verb |
| inflections: |
fastens, fastening, fastened |
| definition 1: |
to join or attach firmly to something else or in place.
The policeman fastened the badge to his uniform.She fastened her hair with her new clip.- synonyms:
- affix, attach, connect, join, stick
- antonyms:
- unfasten
- similar words:
- anchor, bond, clip, fix, grip, hitch, mount, nail, secure, tether
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| definition 2: |
to close firmly or cause to stay closed with a lock, buttons, or other fastener.
We always fasten our seat belts.Her mother helped her fasten her swim suit top.Don't forget to fasten the gate after you go out.- synonyms:
- latch, lock, secure
- antonyms:
- loose, loosen, undo, unfasten
- similar words:
- bind, buckle, clasp, close, grip, link
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| definition 3: |
to direct at in a fixed or focused way.
The dog fastened its eyes on the hamburger.- synonyms:
- concentrate, fix, rivet
- similar words:
- focus, hold
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| related words: |
bar, chain, clamp, clench, concentrate, lace, lash, pin, post, seal, shut, steady, strap, tack, tie, wedge, yoke, zip |
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| derivation: |
fastener (n.) |
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