noun
- devices or tools used to make something tighter or more secure
Examples
- The mechanic used belt tighteners to adjust the engine’s drive belt.
- Cable tighteners help maintain proper tension in suspension bridges.
- She bought new tighteners for the tent guy-lines before the camping trip.
- The fence installer recommended wire tighteners for the chain-link sections.
- Bolt tighteners ensure that connections remain secure under stress.
- The sailboat’s rigging included several rope tighteners for the stays.