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The jacket has a broken fastener.
What does Fastener mean?
A fastener is something that holds things together.
Dictionary definition
An object used to hold things together, such as a button, screw, clip, or zipper.
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Fastener in a sentence
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A screw is a common fastener in building projects.
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Choosing the right fastener keeps the parts secure and safe.
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Fastener
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fas · uh · ner · strongest beat: fas
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WordFastener.
Partnoun.
MeaningFastener means A fastener is something that holds things together.
ExampleExample: The jacket has a broken fastener.
Word breakdown
3 syllables. Say each part, then blend the word.
- Syllables
- fas · uh · ner
- Strongest beat
- fas
- Ending
- ner
- Tip
- Put a little extra energy on fas.
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Synonyms
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Antonyms
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separatorUse for something that keeps things apart.
removerUse for something that takes parts away.
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