To ward off (a malignant influence, attack etc.).
To drive back (an assailant, advancing force etc.).
To cause repulsion or dislike in; to disgust.
To reject, put off (a request, demand etc.).
To save (a shot).
To force away by means of a repulsive force.
To command the attention of.
To attach or fasten parts by using rivets.
To make firm or immovable.
To install rivets.
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.