Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
retighten
verb
/ˌriːˈtaɪtən/
Definition
To tighten again or to tighten something that has become loose.
Examples
- After checking the bolts, make sure to retighten them to ensure safety.
- She had to retighten her shoelaces before running the race.
- The technician advised us to retighten the screws on the device regularly.
Meaning
Retighten refers to the action of securing something more firmly after it has been loosened.
Synonyms
- resecure
- fasten again
- tighten down
- reinforce
