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Definition fastening in British English

fastening noun

[countable] noun
/ˈfɑːsnɪŋ/
/ˈfɑːsnə(r)/
1

something such as a lock, catch, or bolt that you use to keep a door, gate, or window closed

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2

something such as a button, zip, or clip that you use to fix together the two parts of something such as a piece of clothing or a bag

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Definition fastening in British English