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Verbs of Attachment and Separation - Verbs for Fastening

Here you will learn some English verbs referring to fastening such as "button", "screw", and "nail".

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Categorized English Verbs of Attachment, Separation, and Piercing
to screw
to screw
[Verb]

to fasten or attach something using a screw or screws

Ex: Daniel screwed the bracket firmly to the wall. 
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to bind
to bind
[Verb]

to secure or tie together using ropes or other materials

Ex: The sailor will bind the cargo securely to the ship's deck with sturdy ropes. 
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to bolt
to bolt
[Verb]

to fasten or secure something with one or more bolts

Ex: The workers bolted the steel frame to the concrete floor. 
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to lace
to lace
[Verb]

to fasten or tighten a shoe, garment, or similar item by threading and tying its laces

Ex: Daniel sat down to lace his boots. 
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to button
to button
[Verb]

to fasten a piece of clothing by putting its buttons through the buttonholes

Ex: Emma buttoned her coat before going outside. 
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to hook
to hook
[Verb]

to fasten, attach, or hang something by means of a hook or similar curved part

Ex: Emily hooked the dog's leash to the ring beside the door. 
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to zip
to zip
[Verb]

to securely close a piece of clothing, a bag etc. by pulling up a sliding fastener

Ex: Before heading out, he will zip his backpack to keep his belongings secure. 
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to nail
to nail
[Verb]

to fasten something in place using one or more nails

Ex: Jake nailed the sign to the wooden fence. 
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to bar
to bar
[Verb]

to secure or block entry by using a barrier, often made of solid material like metal or wood

Ex: The homeowner decided to bar the windows for added security. 
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to strap
to strap
[Verb]

to securely tie or fasten using a long, narrow piece of material

Ex: The hiker will strap the backpack securely before setting out on the trail. 
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to chain
to chain
[Verb]

to secure or attach something or someone using a series of connected links

Ex: The gatekeeper will chain the entrance to restrict access to the private property. 
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to solder
to solder
[Verb]

to connect two metal pieces by melting and flowing a filler metal into the joint

Ex: The plumber will solder the copper pipes to ensure a watertight connection. 
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to tack
to tack
[Verb]

to attach by using small pointed nails

Ex: The artist will tack the canvas onto the wooden frame before starting the painting. 
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to buckle
to buckle
[Verb]

to secure by using a clasp or fastening mechanism

Ex: She will buckle the belt tightly around her waist before heading out. 
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to pin
to pin
[Verb]

to fasten or attach something with a pin or pins

Ex: Emma pinned the photograph to the noticeboard. 
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to tie
to tie
[Verb]

to attach or connect two things by a rope, band, etc.

Ex: The construction workers are tying reinforcing steel bars together for the foundation. 
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to fasten
to fasten
[Verb]

to bring two parts of something together

Ex: He couldn't figure out how to fasten the buttons on his shirt with his cold fingers. 
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to sew
to sew
[Verb]

to join two or more pieces of fabric or other materials together, often by using a needle and thread

Ex: The tailor skillfully sewed the intricate patterns on the wedding gown. 
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to do up
to do up
[Verb]

to fasten, button, zip, or otherwise secure something, often related to clothing or accessories

Ex: She asked for help to do up the zipper on the back of her dress. 
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to peg
to peg
[Verb]

to secure by using a small, pointed wooden device

Ex: She is currently pegging the fabric to the embroidery hoop for stitching. 
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to belt
to belt
[Verb]

to fasten, secure, or equip something with a belt

Ex: Emma belted her coat tightly before stepping outside. 
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to toggle
to toggle
[Verb]

to securely fasten something using a short bar or rod that is inserted into a loop or hole

Ex: She toggled the buttons of her coat before heading out into the cold. 
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to clamp
to clamp
[Verb]

to fasten something securely using a mechanical device designed for holding objects together

Ex: He clamped the two pieces of wood together to create a sturdy frame. 
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to tighten

to make something firmer, more secure, or more tightly fastened

Ex: Daniel tightened the screws on the loose shelf. 
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to hitch
to hitch
[Verb]

to secure or attach by tying or fastening, often with a quick and simple knot

Ex: She decided to hitch the tent to a nearby tree to prevent it from blowing away in the strong wind. 
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to lash
to lash
[Verb]

to tie or secure something using a rope, chain, etc.

Ex: He lashed the boxes together with a sturdy rope for easier transportation. 
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to clip
to clip
[Verb]

to attach something using a device designed for holding things together

Ex: She clipped the papers together to keep them organized. 
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to bunch
to bunch
[Verb]

to gather or arrange people or things into a compact group

Ex: Emily bunched the flowers together and tied the stems with ribbon. 
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