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Meaning of tightens
The primary meaning of the word "tightens" is to make something tighter or more secure.
Etymology of tightens
The word "tightens" originated from the Old English word "tiht" or "tihtian", which meant to pull or stretch tightly
The word has been used in the English language since the 15th century, initially with the meaning of making something physically tighter, and later expanding to include figurative meanings
Synonyms
strengthens
secures
fastens
reinforces
stiffens
rigidifies
solidifies
consolidates
intensifies
amplifies
augments
increases
enhances
boosts
tightens
constricts
narrows
compresses
squeezes
grips
clenches
stiffens
tenses
strains
stretches
extends
expands
Definitions
- To make something tighter or more secure, typically by pulling or twisting it
- * To become tighter or more secure
- * To make a muscle or a part of the body more tense or rigid
Usage Examples
- The pilot tightens his seatbelt before takeoff
- * She tightens her grip on the steering wheel as she drives through the storm
- * The company tightens its budget to cope with the economic downturn