fastening

noun

fas·​ten·​ing ˈfa-sᵊn-iŋ How to pronounce fastening (audio)
ˈfas-niŋ
: something that fastens : fastener

Examples of fastening in a Sentence

a coat with button and loop fastenings
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Most of The Row’s handbags skip the flash of any hardware, but this rare jewel masters the art of glamorous ease with its metal fastening. Alexis Bennett Parker, Vogue, 7 Jan. 2025 The distinctive industrial metal fastenings caught the eye of the owners of Italy’s Tod’s Group. Caroline Reilly, Robb Report, 3 Jan. 2025 The look also featured notch lapels, along with button front fastening and welt pockets. Julia Teti, WWD, 11 Dec. 2024 Additionally, ensuring that the roof is properly installed with a secure fastening system can greatly increase its resilience against high winds. Sara Kendall, Miami Herald, 7 May 2024 See all Example Sentences for fastening 

Word History

First Known Use

before the 12th century, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of fastening was before the 12th century

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“Fastening.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/fastening. Accessed 19 Jan. 2025.

Kids Definition

fastening

noun
fas·​ten·​ing
: something that fastens
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