What is the definition of fasten

	fasten
1.		[ verb ] cause to be firmly attached
Synonyms:		fix secure
Examples:		"fasten the lock onto the door" "she fixed her gaze on the man"
Related terms:		unfasten attach tie hang screw lock clamp sew lodge anchor clinch lock_up tack bind anchor hook latch zip_up bar picket pin rig wire buckle entrench cable bitt hasp spike moor clinch moor string belt crank grout button chock noose cinch rope_up cement bight staple rivet brad belay belay cramp hang stake coapt cleat brooch joint trench stay joggle velcro toggle chain garter strap fastener fastener fastening
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2.		[ verb ] become fixed or fastened
Examples:		"This dress fastens in the back"
Related terms:		unfasten attach glue stick stick fastener
3.		[ verb ] attach to
Examples:		"They fastened various nicknames to each other"
Related terms:		attach
4.		[ verb ] make tight or tighter
Synonyms:		tighten
Examples:		"Tighten the wire"
Related terms:		change screw wind frap screw wind tauten tightening

Similar spelling:		fastener fastened fastening fasten_on fasting faction Faustino Faustina fastness fast_one Faustian fastnacht