Meaning of the word rivet in English

What does rivet mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

rivet

US /ˈrɪv.ɪt/

UK /ˈrɪv.ɪt/

a short metal pin or bolt for joining two plates together, its headless end being beaten out or pressed down when in place.

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The old bridge was held together by thousands of steel rivets.

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Each rivet had to be carefully placed and hammered.

join or fasten (plates of metal or other materials) with a rivet or rivets.

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The workers used a special tool to rivet the metal sheets together.

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The aircraft fuselage is carefully riveted together for strength.

Synonym:

fasten join secure bolt pin

attract and hold the attention of (someone) completely.

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The speaker's powerful words riveted the audience.

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Her eyes were riveted on the screen, unable to look away.

Synonym:

engross captivate fascinate absorb mesmerize

Related Word:

riveting riveted