Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
tightening
noun
/ˈtaɪtnɪŋ/
Definition
The act of making something tighter or more secure.
Examples
- The tightening of the screws ensured that the shelf was secure.
- There has been a tightening of regulations in the industry.
- With each tightening of the rope, the tension increased.
Meaning
Tightening refers to the process of pulling something together to reduce its looseness or to enhance its stability. It can apply to physical objects or metaphorical concepts like rules or regulations.
Synonyms
- constriction
- firming
- compression
- fastening
- strengthening
