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Discover LudwigThe phrase "a fastening" is correct and usable in written English.
It can be used when referring to a device or mechanism that secures or holds something in place.
Example: "The box was sealed with a sturdy fastening to ensure its contents remained secure during transport."
Alternatives: "a clasp" or "a latch".
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The way the jacket is cut means that it is quite sculptural and the edges meet under the lapels without the need of a fastening.
This design intrigued de Mestral, who thought, why not create a fastening system employing these same ideas?
In the severe climate of northern Europe, the brooch became the characteristic ornament because it routinely functioned as a fastening for a heavy cloak or tunic.
Finally, the proposed models are applied to assess the first inspection and maintenance period of a fastening structure at the root of helicopter blade.
An assembly of different post-fired modules by a fastening mechanism of individual modules for realizing a complex system are also described.
The method was either to shape clay over the stopper or lid or to make a fastening with cord and place clay around the knot and then impress it with the seal.
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Civilities: Is it time to include 'Mx.' in the mix with 'Ms.' and 'Mr.'? A: Fasten your seat belts, folks; it's going to be another bumpy ride.
Two months later the family returned home to find "a fastened coffin in the bedroom".
A Roll-Over Protection Structure (ROPS) along with a fastened seatbelt can prevent almost all injuries and fatalities from tractor overturns.
Such a fastened recovery was not found following chronic administration of imipramine or escitalopram.
A latchet, apparently, is a narrow thong for fastening a sandal.
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