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rivets

/ˈrɪvɪts/

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noun

A cylindrical mechanical fastener that attaches multiple parts together by fitting through a hole and deforming the head(s) at either end.

Examples :

"The metal beams of the bridge were held together with strong rivets. "

material technical machine part building structure industry

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noun

Any fixed point or certain basis.

Examples :

"The company's core values are the rivets that hold its culture together. "

technical material structure

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noun

A light kind of footman's armour.

Examples :

"The soldier wore rivets, a light form of protective armor, beneath his tunic. "

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verb

To attach or fasten parts by using rivets.

Examples :

"The construction workers will rivet the steel beams together to build the bridge. "

material technical industry building machine

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verb

To install rivets.

Examples :

"The construction workers rivets the steel beams together to build the bridge. "

technical industry building machine work

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verb

To command the attention of.

Examples :

"The magician's impressive tricks riveted the audience, leaving them speechless. "

mind sensation communication

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verb

To make firm or immovable.

Examples :

"Terror riveted him to the spot."

action achievement ability