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Fastener (Noun)

Restraint that attaches to something or holds something in place.

Nouns denoting man-made objects.

The seatbelt is a vital fastener that keeps the driver and passengers safe during sudden stops.
She struggled to undo the stubborn fastener on her old backpack, finally resorting to using scissors.
The company recalled its defective car seats due to a faulty fastener that could cause them to collapse in an accident.
He searched his toolbox for a suitable fastener to secure the loose pipe under the sink.
The rock climber double-checked the fastener on her harness to ensure it was secure before starting her ascent.

A person who fastens or makes fast; "he found the door fastened and wondered who the fastener was".

Nouns denoting people.

She became known as the skilled fastener, responsible for securing the safety harnesses for the amusement park ride.
The locksmith was often called the fastener of last resort when people needed to resecure their doors and windows after a break-in.
He prided himself on being the most meticulous fastener in the industry, never leaving a single thread or buckle out of place.
In a twist of irony, the notorious thief was caught by the very fastener he had been trying to evade all night.
As the chief fastener, she oversaw the entire crew responsible for attaching the ship's sails to the mast.