rivet
//ˈrɪvɪt//
Noun
rivetSingular
rivetsPlural
1
A short metal pin or bolt with a head on one end, used to join two pieces of metal or other material by being hammered flat on the other end after insertion.
The metal plates were fastened together with rivets.
Verb
rivetInfinitive
rivetPresent tense
rivetedPast tense
rivetedPast participle
rivetingPresent participle
rivetsThird-person singular
1
To fasten or join with a rivet or rivets.
The metal plates were riveted together to form the hull of the ship.
2
To hold someone's attention completely; to engross or fascinate.
The documentary riveted the audience from start to finish.