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n. Something, such as a hook, used to attach one thing to another firmly.

v. Present participle of to fasten.

n. a hook or similar restraint used to fasten things together

n. Anything that binds and makes fast, as a lock, catch, bolt, bar, buckle, etc.

n. Anything that binds and makes fast, or serves for joining or securing, as a lock, catch, bolt, bar, cord, chain, clasp, button, hook, etc.

n. Fixedness; firmness.

n. the act of fastening things together

n. restraint that attaches to something or holds something in place

"The fastening is generally achieved combining hinges and braces with some locking mechanism."

confinement    clinch    dip    breeching    lace    lacing    tie    tether    clasp    tacking   

fasten   

fastener    padlock    buckle    latch    hinge    zipper    rivet    fasten    stud    manacle