Rivet

Noun

 * 1) A cylindrical mechanical fastener that attaches multiple parts together by fitting through a hole and deforming the head(s) at either end.

Derived terms

 * rivet counter
 * pop rivet

Verb

 * 1)  to attach or fasten parts by using rivets
 * 2)  to install rivets
 * 3)  to command the attention of.

Verbs for Rivet
beat—; bind with—; bucket—; force—; hammer—; heat—; insert—; join with—; loose—; secure with—; set—; strain—; — braces; —s clatter; —clinches; —fastens; —projects;—secures; —tightens; —unites; —welds.

Thesaurus
affix, articulate, attach, batten, batten down, bolt, buckle, butt, button, clasp, cleat, clip, concenter, concentrate, dovetail, fix, fixate, focus, hasp, hinge, hitch, hook, jam, joint, latch, lock, miter, mortise, nail, peg, pin, put, rabbet, scarf, screw, sew, skewer, snap, staple, stick, stitch, tack, toggle, wedge, zipper