Slide Fastener (Noun)
Meaning
A fastener for locking together two toothed edges by means of a sliding tab.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- The jacket had a slide fastener that was easy to use even with gloves on.
- She struggled to zip up her dress because the slide fastener was stuck.
- The slide fastener on his backpack broke after only a few months of use.
- The manufacturer used a high-quality slide fastener on the tent to ensure it would withstand harsh weather conditions.
- The child had trouble with the slide fastener on his pants and needed help from his mother.