how to pronounce rivet

/ˈɹɪvət/

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rivet is pronounced in two syllables

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An example use of rivet in a speech by a native speaker of american english:

“… actually with rivet creative he he works …”

meanings of rivet

verb:

To install rivets.
To command the attention of.
To make firm or immovable.
To attach or fasten parts by using rivets.

noun:

Any fixed point or certain basis.
A cylindrical mechanical fastener that attaches multiple parts together by fitting through a hole and deforming the head(s) at either end.
A light kind of footman's armour.

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