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    rivet
    /ˈrɪvɪt/

    noun

    • 1. a short metal pin or bolt for holding together two plates of metal, its headless end being beaten out or pressed down when in place: "a rectangular plate containing an iron rivet"

    verb

    • 1. join or fasten (plates of metal) with a rivet or rivets: "the linings are bonded, not riveted, to the brake shoes for longer wear"
    • 2. hold (someone or something) fast so as to make them incapable of movement: "the grip on her arm was firm enough to rivet her to the spot"

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