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Meaning of Fastening | Babel Free

Noun CEFR B2
ˈfɑːsənɪŋ

Definitions

A hook or similar restraint used to fasten things together; fastener.

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Examples

“The Rail Accident Investigation Branch's preliminary examination of the site of a cement train derailment at Sheffield station on November 11 found that a series of rail fastenings had broken, some before the accident, causing the tracks to spread under the train.”

CEFR level

B2
Upper Intermediate
This word is part of the CEFR B2 vocabulary — upper intermediate level.
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