rivet
nounUK /ˈrɪv.ɪt/
US /ˈrɪv.ɪt/
A rivet is a small metal pin that holds pieces of metal together.
The worker used a rivet to join the two metal plates.
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2. To hold someone's attention completely.
The magician's show riveted the audience.
3. To fasten something with rivets.
They riveted the steel beams together.
4. To fix something firmly in place.
Her eyes were riveted on the screen.