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Tighten
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Meanings of Tighten
Verb
- To make something tighter.
- To become tighter.
Explanation of the word: Tighten
Tighten means to make something tighter or less loose. For example, when you twist a cap on a bottle to keep it from spilling.
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Translations for the word: Tighten
hindi
कसना
kasna
सकड़ना
sakadna
कसना
kasna
Antonyms for the word: Tighten
Frequently Asked Questions about the word: Tighten
What does 'tighten' mean?
To 'tighten' means to make something more secure or close it up so it doesn't move around.
How do you pronounce 'tighten'?
You say 'tighten' like this: 'tie-ten'.
What is the origin of the word 'tighten'?
The word 'tighten' comes from the Old English word 'tihht', which means 'firm' or 'close'.
What is the meaning of 'tighten' in Bengali?
The word 'tighten' in Bengali is 'কষা' (Kaśā).