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fastening

 

[ ˈfɑːsnɪŋ ]

Noun / Verb
Context #1 | Noun

clothing

A device or piece of material used to fasten clothing, such as a button or zipper.

Synonyms

buckle, clasp, hook

Examples of usage

  • She quickly checked the fastenings on her dress before leaving the house.
  • The fastening on his coat broke, so he had to hold it closed.
Context #2 | Noun

construction

A mechanism or device used to hold things together or in place, such as a bolt or screw.

Synonyms

attachment, connector, fixture

Examples of usage

  • The engineer tightened the fastenings on the metal beams to ensure stability.
  • Make sure to secure all the fastenings on the scaffolding before starting work.
Context #3 | Verb

general

To close or attach securely, typically with a device or material.

Synonyms

attach, connect, secure

Examples of usage

  • She fastened her seatbelt before the car started moving.
  • He fastened the document with a paperclip.

Translations

Translations of the word "fastening" in other languages:

🇵🇹 fixação

🇮🇳 बन्धन

🇩🇪 Befestigung

🇮🇩 pengikat

🇺🇦 кріплення

🇵🇱 mocowanie

🇯🇵 固定

🇫🇷 fixation

🇪🇸 fijación

🇹🇷 bağlama

🇰🇷 고정

🇸🇦 تثبيت

🇨🇿 upevnění

🇸🇰 upevnenie

🇨🇳 固定

🇸🇮 pritrditev

🇮🇸 festing

🇰🇿 бекіту

🇬🇪 დამაგრება

🇦🇿 bərkidilmə

🇲🇽 fijación

Etymology

The word 'fastening' originated from the Middle English word 'fasten' which means 'to make fast or firm'. It has been used in the English language since the 14th century. The concept of fastening has been essential in human history, ranging from securing clothing to connecting structural elements. Fastenings have evolved over time with the development of new materials and technologies, playing a crucial role in various industries such as fashion, construction, and transportation.

See also: fastened, fastener, fasteners, fastenings, unfasten, unfastening.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #14,199, this word is part of sophisticated English vocabulary. It's useful for academic or professional contexts where precise language is needed.