fasten
/ˈfæsn̩/
Brit
/ˈfɑːsn̩/
verb
fastens;
fastened;
fastening
/ˈfæsn̩/
Brit
/ˈfɑːsn̩/
verb
fastens;
fastened;
fastening
Britannica Dictionary definition of FASTEN
1
a
[+ object]
:
to attach (something) or join (two things or two parts of something) especially by using a pin, nail, etc.
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fastening clothes on/onto a clothesline
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He fastened the dog's leash to a post and went into the store.
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two boards fastened together by/with nails
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a decorative clasp that could be used to fasten a cape or cloak
b
[no object]
of parts of something
:
to become attached or joined
2
a
[+ object]
:
to put something in a position or location in such a way that it will not move
b
:
to close and lock (something, such as a window or door)
[+ object]
[no object]
3
:
to grip and hold something with (your hand, teeth, etc.)
[+ object]
[no object]
fasten on
[phrasal verb]
fasten (something) on (something)
or
fasten on (something)
:
to direct (something, such as your eyes or attention) to (something)
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They fastened their eyes on the distant ship. [=they looked at it steadily]
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She fastened her attention on the problem. [=she gave all her attention to the problem]
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They had fastened the blame on the wrong man. [=they had blamed the wrong man]
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She fastened [=pinned] (all) her hopes on getting the job.
fasten onto
[phrasal verb]
fasten onto (something)
:
to grip and tightly hold (something)
—
often used figuratively
— fastener
/ˈfæsn̩ɚ/
Brit
/ˈfɑsn̩ɚ/
noun,
plural
fasteners
[count]