Fasten meaning

What does “fasten” mean? Definitions, examples, synonyms and opposites.

“fasten” is a verb with 4 meanings. Its most common meaning is: cause to be firmly attached.

fasten

cause to be firmly attached
“fasten the lock onto the door”
“she fixed her gaze on the man”
Synonymsfix secure
Oppositesunfasten
become fixed or fastened
“This dress fastens in the back”
Oppositesunfasten
attach to
“They fastened various nicknames to each other”
make tight or tighter
“Tighten the wire”
Synonymstighten

Source: WordNet 3.1, Princeton University