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- DictionaryRiv·et/ˈrivət/
noun
- 1. a short metal pin or bolt for holding together two plates of metal, its headless end being beaten out or pressed down when in place: "a rectangular plate containing an iron rivet"
verb
- 1. join or fasten (plates of metal) with a rivet or rivets: "the linings are bonded, not riveted, to the brake shoes for longer wear"
- 2. hold (someone or something) fast so as to make them incapable of movement: "the grip on her arm was firm enough to rivet her to the spot"
A rivet is a permanent mechanical fastener. Before being installed, a rivet consists of a smooth cylindrical shaft with a head on one end. The end opposite the head is called the tail. On installation, the deformed end is called the shop head or buck-tail.
RIVET meaning: 1. a metal pin used to fasten flat pieces of metal or other thick materials such as leather 2. to…. Learn more.
A rivet is a metal fastener, a bolt-like device that holds together two pieces of metal or fabric. The round metal fasteners on your favorite pair of jeans are rivets.
1. a metal pin for passing through holes in two or more pieces to hold them together, having a head at one end, the other end being hammered into a head after insertion. v.t. 2. to fasten with a rivet. 3. to hammer or spread out the end of (a pin, bolt, etc.) in order to form a head and secure something; clinch.
3 days ago · A rivet is a short metal pin with a flat head which is used to fasten flat pieces of metal together.
rivet meaning: 1. to give something all of your attention because it is so interesting or important: 2. a metal…. Learn more.
to be so shocked or frightened that you cannot move. See rivet in the Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Check pronunciation: rivet. Definition of rivet verb in Oxford Advanced American Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.
