noun
- plural of hassel; a clasp or fastening device, especially on a door or gate
Usage: archaic or regional
verb
- third person singular present of hassel; to fasten or secure with a hassel
Usage: archaic or regional
Examples
- The old wooden gate had several brass hassels holding it together.
- She hassels the door shut before leaving for the night.
- The antique chest featured ornate hassels on its lid.
- He carefully hassels each compartment to keep the contents secure.