riveter

[ ri-vi-ter ]

noun

1. a person whose job it is to fasten things by means of rivets, or metal pins:

   In building the hull of an iron ship, the work previously done by one man is now divided up among platers, riveters, drillers, and so forth.

2. a machine or tool designed to fasten things by means of rivets:

   I attached the rack with a pop riveter so that it can handle more weight than would be possible using the double-sided tape.

Word History and Origins

Origin of riveter¹

rivet ( def ) + -er ¹( def )

Example Sentences

She agrees to be their Rosie the Riveter under one condition: they save Peeta.

From The Daily Beast

They had put up a vintage Rosie the Riveter “Can Do” sign, but he figured they could still use a hand.

From The Daily Beast

Women could finally stop being Rosie the Riveter; men could stop living in Hooverville tents.

From The Daily Beast

And presently a riveter in black cap and faded blue jersey climbed down from the swing overhead, and explained things to us.

From Project Gutenberg

He took refuge behind Sutton the riveter, whose gun had made such noise that he had heard none of the clamor.

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But, after the first day or so, Mr. Soaping (name of the gentleman I'm telling you about) I know didn't hear the riveter at all.

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The riveter is peculiarly useful for ship and bridge-building work where it is impossible to apply an hydraulic tool.

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From an area in the rear, which was lighted by huge flood lights, came the staccato tattoo of a riveter.

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