tighten

Phonetic Respelling: [ tahyt-n ]

Definition:

adj. 1 to make snug or trim or close in fit or timing; 2 to fastened or shut in a secure way

Sentence:

Bill had to tighten his belt.

More example sentences:

Bill had to tighten his belt.

Hear it

I used the wrench to tighten the screw.

Hear it

I need to tighten the clamp.

Hear it

Use a wrench to tighten the bolt.

Hear it

Miranda asked Chris to tighten her cinch. What is a 'cinch?'

Hear it

You need to tighten the shoulder straps on your backpack.

Hear it

Synonyms:

bind; constrict; fasten; make snug

Antonyms:

loosen