English to English verb
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cause to be firmly attached |  | Example: fasten the lock onto the door she fixed her gaze on the man
source: wordnet30
2 |
become fixed or fastened |  | Example: This dress fastens in the back
source: wordnet30
3 |
attach to |  | Example: They fastened various nicknames to each other
source: wordnet30
4 |
make tight or tighter |  | Example: Tighten the wire
source: wordnet30
5 |
To fix firmly; to make fast; to secure, as by a knot, lock, bolt, etc.; as, to fasten a chain to the feet; to fasten a door or window. |  | source: webster1913
6 |
To fix one's self; to take firm hold; to clinch; to cling. |  | source: webster1913
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