Definition of "rivet"
noun:
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A cylindrical mechanical fastener that attaches multiple parts together by fitting through a hole and deforming the head(s) at either end.
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Any fixed point or certain basis.
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A light kind of footman's armour (back-formation from almain-rivet).
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verb:
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To attach or fasten parts by using rivets.
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To install rivets.
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To command the attention of.
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