to join, fix, (things) firmly
make secure; join together
Cases of word usage
1) to fasten or join (something) (to another) (attach)
2) a flat, thin piece of material used to fasten things or to strengthen something (band)
3) a metal device used to fasten together two things or two parts of thing (e.g. the ends of a necklace) (clasp)
4) a kind of delicate material with the threads making patterns; a string or cord put through small holes in shoes etc to fasten edges together (lace)
5) a device used to fasten a door, lid etc that needs a key to work it; a position of hair that naturally hangs or clings together (lock)
6) (to fasten (a door, object) using) a lock with a hook that can be removed (padlock)
7) a wooden or metal pin or bolt, used to fasten parts of woodwork together (peg)
8) a (length of) thick, strong cord or wire made by twisting fine cords or wires together; to fasten (a person, thing) using rope (rope)
9) to fasten or tighten (something) with a screw (screw)
10) a length of leather etc used to fasten things together or to keep something (e.g. a wrist-watch) in place (strap)