Definition of Fasten
Fasten
fas·ten


Definition/Meaning
(verb)
to attach by pinning, tying, or nailing something to a surface or to another object;

e.g. He used upholstery tacks to fasten the fabric to the seat cushion he was making.

(verb)
to set steadily or in place;

e.g. Sometimes she has struggles to fasten her attention to the task at hand.

(verb)
to take a firm grip;

e.g. The dog fastens its teeth into the cheap, rubber chew toy, puncturing it.



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