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Definition of rivet noun from the Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary

rivet

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/ˈrɪvɪt/
 
/ˈrɪvɪt/
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  1. a metal pin that is used to fasten two pieces of leather, metal, etc. togetherTopics Engineeringc2
    Word OriginMiddle English: from Old French, from river ‘fix, clinch’, of unknown ultimate origin.
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