rivet
/ˈɹɪvət/
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Simple Meaning
a small metal piece used to hold two pieces of metal or other hard material together.
When to Use
⚙️Technical💼Workplace English
Advanced — complex ideas, academic/professional
Examples in Conversation
“You'll need a rivet gun to attach the metal sheets securely.”
“The old bridge was held together with thousands of rivets.”
Learning Path
▶Full Definition
A cylindrical mechanical fastener that attaches multiple parts together by fitting through a hole and deforming the head(s) at either end.