Definition of Rivet
Rivet
ri·vet
Definition/Meaning
(noun)
A small metal pin or bolt used to hold things together.
e.g. The mechanic used a rivet to attach the new part to the engine.
(verb)
to attract and completely occupy someone's attention;
e.g. The movie is gripping enough to rivet even the most jaded audience.
(verb)
to hold someone or something so strongly that they/it cannot move;
e.g. His terror was great enough to rivet him to the spot so he did not run away.
(verb)
to firmly fasten, join, or fix two things together, using or as if using a pin/bolt made of metal;
e.g. The engineers intend to rivet these two pieces together to make the structure more steady.
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