rivet vs shore

rivet

noun
  • A cylindrical mechanical fastener that attaches multiple parts together by fitting through a hole and deforming the head(s) at either end. 

  • Any fixed point or certain basis. 

verb
  • To command the attention of. 

  • To attach or fasten parts by using rivets. 

  • To make firm or immovable. 

  • To install rivets. 

shore

noun
  • A prop or strut supporting some structure or weight above it. 

  • Land, usually near a port. 

  • A sewer. 

  • Land adjoining a non-flowing body of water, such as an ocean, lake or pond. 

verb
  • Not followed by up: to provide (something) with support. 

  • Usually followed by up: to reinforce (something at risk of failure). 

  • simple past tense of shear 

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