Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
fasten
verb
/ˈfæsn/
Definition
To secure or attach something firmly in place.
Examples
- She used a belt to fasten her coat tightly against the cold.
- The worker will fasten the parts together to complete the assembly.
- Please fasten your seatbelt before the flight begins.
Meaning
Fastening involves the act of making sure that an object is held firmly, often to prevent it from moving or coming apart.
Synonyms
- secure
- attach
- bind
- hook
- tie
