enfasten

/ɛnˈfɑstən/

Definitions

1. verb

to fasten or secure something, especially a rope or cable, at both ends

“The sailors enfastened the mooring lines to the dock before the storm.”

2. verb

to make something more secure or stable by fastening or securing it

“The engineer enfastened the loose beam to prevent it from collapsing.”

Synonyms

  • fasten
  • moor
  • secure

Antonyms

  • loosen
  • unfasten