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tightened

/ˈtaɪtnd/ verb · British & US
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What does tightened mean?

verb

Past tense of tighten, to make something tighter or to become tighter. To make something more secure or to become more secure.

Example

"The mechanic tightened the loose screw to prevent it from coming loose again."

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