rivet

/ɹˈɪvɪt/

/ˈɹɪvət/

[verb] [noun]

to rivet

[VERB]

MAIN VERB

direct one's attention on something

synonyms : center

hold (someone's attention)

fasten with a rivet or rivets

Rivet

[NOUN]

a permanent fastener consisting of a cylindrical shaft with a head on one end, used to join or secure two or more materials together by deforming the end of the shaft to form a second head

ornament consisting of a circular rounded protuberance (as on a vault or shield or belt)

synonyms : stud

Examples

1. Riveting reviews from Kendall.

2. Riveting stuff so far.

3. The passing of Natalie Wood riveted the nation in 1981.

4. They're riveting reading.

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