fastening

1 of 2

noun

fas·​ten·​ing ˈfa-sᵊn-iŋ 

ˈfas-niŋ

: something that fastens : fastener

fastening

2 of 2

present participle of fasten

Examples of fastening in a Sentence

Noun

a coat with button and loop fastenings

Recent Examples on the Web

Noun

Just like fastening buttons could lead to stress on the garments, leaving pockets tucked into your jeans or pants could lead to accidental tears and won’t effectively clean that area, either. — Madeline Buiano, Martha Stewart, 30 Aug. 2026

That includes arranging seat belts into place and manipulating small fastenings; working with delicate parts like hoses, wires, carpets and trim panels and supervising technology on the floor. — Aj Willingham, AJC.com, 6 July 2026

The secure fastening also offered peace of mind whilst moving through bustling terminal. — Charley Ward, Condé Nast Traveler, 3 July 2026

The dress was designed with an open back, with a single strap that featured press-stud fastening. — Karla Rodriguez, Footwear News, 10 June 2026

Word History

First Known Use

Noun

before the 12th century, in the meaning defined above

Kids Definition

fastening

noun

fas·​ten·​ing

: something that fastens