rivet

noun [C]

/ˈrɪv.ɪt/

Definition

› a metal pin used to fasten flat pieces of metal or other thick materials such as leatherNuts, bolts and screws

(Definition of rivet noun from the Cambridge Advanced Learner's Dictionary & Thesaurus © Cambridge University Press)

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Synonyms and related words:

bolt noun (SCREW)
nail noun (METAL)
nut noun (METAL OBJECT)
screw noun (METAL OBJECT)
screw noun (TURN)
thread noun (SCREW)
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