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fastener Definition

fas·tener (--ər)

noun

  1. a person who fastens
  2. any of various devices for fastening things together; fastening

fastener Synonyms

fastener

n.

fastening, buckle, hook, hasp, lock, clamp, tie, stud, vise, mortise, grip, clip, clasp, snap, bolt, bar, lace, lacing, Velcro (trademark), cinch, wedge, grip, pin, safety pin, nail, rivet, tack, thumbtack, screw, dowel, hook, brake, binder, binding, weld, button, zipper, padlock, catch, bond, band, mooring, rope, cable, guy wire, hawser, anchor, grapnel, grappling iron, chain, harness, strap, thong, girdle, latch, staple, skewer, lug, tag, hook and eye, pawl, latchet, turnbuckle.

fastener Usage Examples

Converse of object

  • thread: The J Nut is a threaded fastener with a side profile generally in the shape of a 'J ' .
  • use: Use small brass paper fasteners to join the arms to the body.
  • have: The Magic Marker has Velcro fasteners at either end.
  • include: Every component of the Thomson stem, including the fasteners, is 100 percent American made.
  • bond: The colored locking and sealing adhesives are best suited for bonding metallic fasteners such as screws, nuts and studs.
  • make: Make sure all fasteners everywhere are not able to be undone from outside.

Adjective modifier

  • snap: These waterproof nylon pants have a row of snap fasteners at each side.
  • stainless: Stainless steel fasteners can be cheaper than plain steel or plated fasteners yet have improved quality.
  • adjustable: Approx 40 cm / 16 inches long ( 20cm / 8 inches drop, with adjustable fastener.
  • mechanical: Security depends on self-weight of the units and / or mechanical fasteners to battens.
  • plastic: We can help you if you need plastic fasteners or screws for plastic.
  • quick: A ready to use, quick set impact fastener with high expansion.

Modifies a noun

  • hole: That way a small amount of inaccuracy in drilling the fastener holes will not matter.
  • system: A conventional style BC ( stab jacket ) with an integrated touch fastener weight system.

Noun used with modifier

  • Velcro: The Magic Marker has Velcro fasteners at either end.
  • snaplock: Padded rear belt to displace down force when fully loaded, also with snaplock fastener.
  • zipper: Baggage, including baggage with zipper fasteners, should be properly locked to avoid its opening during carriage.
  • zip: This week's awards The man who invented the zip fastener was today honored with a life peerage.
  • clasp: The case is made of a weatherproof material with a clasp fastener at the fron t for easy access.
  • steel: Stainless steel fasteners can be cheaper than plain steel or plated fasteners yet have improved quality.