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riveted |
1 definition found From Webster's Revised Unabridged Dictionary (1913) [web1913]: Rivet \Riv"et\, v. t. [imp. & p. p. {Riveted}; p. pr & vb n. {Riveting}.] 1. To fasten with a rivet, or with rivets; as to rivet two pieces of iron. 2. To spread out the end or point of as of a metallic pin, rod, or bolt, by beating or pressing, so as to form a sort of head. 3. Hence to fasten firmly; to make firm, strong, or immovable; as to rivet friendship or affection. Rivet and nail me where I stand ye powers! --Congreve. Thus his confidence was riveted and confirmed. --Sir W. Scott.
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