[fas-uh
n, fah-suhn] 
| 1. | to attach firmly or securely in place; fix securely to something else. |
| 2. | to make secure, as an article of dress with buttons, clasps, etc., or a door with a lock, bolt, etc. |
| 3. | to enclose securely, as a person or an animal (usually fol. by in): to fasten a monkey in a cage. |
| 4. | to attach, associate, or connect: to fasten a nickname on someone. |
| 5. | to direct (the eyes, thoughts, etc.) intently: to fasten one's eyes on a speaker. |
| 6. | to become fast, fixed, or firm. |
| 7. | to close firmly or securely; lock: This clasp won't fasten. |
| 8. | to take a firm hold; seize (usually fol. by on or upon): to fasten on an idea. |
| 9. | to focus attention; concentrate (usually fol. by on or upon): His gaze fastened on the jewels. |