fastening

noun

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

Examples of fastening in a Sentence

a coat with button and loop fastenings
Recent Examples on the Web An exception would be this bridle leather belt from Tory Leather, which sports a gold-tone brass fastening in the shape of a spur. Eric Twardzik, Robb Report, 23 Feb. 2024 The briefs are cut to a mid-rise, and the matching bralette features a hook fastening at front and slim adjustable straps. Felicity Carter, Forbes, 12 Feb. 2024 Trees swayed, flags pulled against their fastenings and metal traffic signs twisted from side to side on their stanchions, as the west wind swept without limits or restraints down the streets and avenues of the city. Martin Weil, Washington Post, 14 Jan. 2024 The flexible wrap fastening and breathable polyester and elastane blend ensure a comfortable fit. Wendy Vazquez, Southern Living, 24 Nov. 2023 There are also functional side pockets and a double button and zip fastening to keep the style secure. Courtney Leiva, Peoplemag, 24 Oct. 2023 Her white body-skimming dress featured a two-way zip from neck to hem, the chunky gold fastenings unzipped at either end to create a plunging neckline and a dramatic thigh-high slit. Emma Spedding, Vogue, 2 Oct. 2023 The coat, also created by Stewart Parvin, is an edge-to-edge design with a fastening in lime silk tweed. Stephanie Petit, Peoplemag, 11 Aug. 2023 Why Trust Us? Many people struggle with fastening to concrete–and other masonry surfaces, such as brick and concrete block. Roy Berendsohn, Popular Mechanics, 26 May 2023

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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 Mar. 2024.

Kids Definition

fastening

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