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Fastening
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Simple meaning
What does Fastening mean?
Fastening means attaching securely or a thing that holds parts together.
Dictionary definition
The act of attaching something securely; also something that holds parts together.
Example sentences
Fastening in a sentence
easy
Fastening your seat belt keeps you safer.
medium
The coat's fastening was a row of buttons.
hard
Careful fastening prevents loose parts from falling during the project.
Synonyms
Words like Fastening
attachingUse for joining something to something else.
securingUse for making something firm or safe.
Antonyms
Opposite words
looseningUse for making something less tight.
detachingUse for separating something that was attached.
Word family
Fastening word family
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Quick practice
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Practice 1
What does fastening mean?
Fastening means attaching securely or a thing that holds parts together.
Practice 2
Which word is closest in meaning to fastening?
Securing is close in meaning to fastening in the right context.
Practice 3
Which word is an antonym of fastening?
Loosening contrasts with fastening.
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