fastening

[ fas-uh-ning, fah-suh- ]

noun

1. something that fastens, as a lock or clasp.

fastening

/ ˈfɑːsənɪŋ /

noun

1. something that fastens, such as a clasp or lock

Word History and Origins

Origin of fastening¹

Middle English word dating back to 1125–75; fasten, -ing ¹

Example Sentences

Doing so allows for the cover to be pulled taut against the front of the glass while also adding the benefit of extra-secure fastening that won’t easily come undone in windy weather.

From Popular-Science

The best universal windshield covers for winter should include a fastening system that accounts for variable widths between models of cars.

From Popular-Science

A design that features a combination of mirror, door, and magnetic fastenings covers every base.

From Popular-Science

Each of the selections on this list also utilizes either hook-and-loop fastening or thumb screws to keep pedals securely fixed to the pedalboard surface.

From Popular-Science

Its warmth is derived from its thick polyester filling, and it stays secure on your dog thanks to an elastic chest design and an easy hook-and-loop fastening system.

From Popular-Science

He starts by tying a cable onto the rear axle of the car, fastening the other end to a post.

From The Daily Beast

Ellis's patent boot studs to save the sole, and the Euknemida, or concave-convex fastening springs, are the latest novelties.

From Project Gutenberg

The flat top had come down a little; we put in a line of bolts, fastening the top of the tube to the outer casing.

From Project Gutenberg

A very brief exercise of Mr. Sikess art sufficed to overcome the fastening of the lattice, and it soon stood wide open also.

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She was endeavoring to adjust the bunch of violets which had become loose from its fastening in her hair.

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He shifted across to the mouth of the tent and raised the flap, fastening it against the pole so that he could see out.

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