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tight⋅en

  [tahyt-n]
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–verb (used with object), verb (used without object)
to make or become tight or tighter.
Origin:
1720–30; tight + -en 1

Related forms:
tight⋅en⋅er, noun

Synonyms:
secure, anchor, fasten.
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Tightener Manufacturer
Over 40 years of experience in tensioners, positioners, & idlers.
www.brewertensioner.com
In-Stock Small Tensioners
Synchronous drive belt tensioners ISO-9001 registered, quick shipment
www.York-Ind.com
tight·en   (tīt'n)   
tr. & intr.v.   tight·ened, tight·en·ing, tight·ens
To make or become tight or tighter.
tight'en·er n.
The American Heritage® Dictionary of the English Language, Fourth Edition
Copyright © 2009 by Houghton Mifflin Company.
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Word Origin & History

tighten  (v.)
"to make tight," 1727; the earlier verb was simply tight, from O.E. tyhtan, from the root of tight.
Online Etymology Dictionary, © 2001 Douglas Harper
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