What is the definition of riveting ?

Answer 1

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A method of joining two flat objects together by making a hole in each piece, then passing a pin with a large flat head, (composed of the same metal as the piece), through the holes. The pin is then pounded flat to secure it in place. This process was used in jewelry instead of soldering when it was not advisable to use heat or when one part was intended to swivel.
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to engross or hold The Knicks are playing riveting defense.
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absorbing: capable of arousing and holding the attention; "a fascinating story"
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Answer 2

Meaning of riveting (adjective)
absorbing; engrossing

Example of riveting
The reviewer described Byatt's novel Possession as a riveting tale: absorbed in the story, he had finished it in a single evening.

Answer 3

"Riveting" as an adjective: Wholly absorbing or engrossing one's attention; fascinating

Example: The last chapter was so riveting that I was reading past midnight.

Answer 4

riv·et·ing
adj.
Wholly absorbing or engrossing one's attention; fascinating:
The last chapter was so riveting that I was reading past midnight.

Answer 5

riv·et·ing ( P ) (rv-tng)
adj.
Wholly absorbing or engrossing one's attention; fascinating: The last chapter was so riveting that I was reading past midnight.

Answer 6

Well it could mean attching two or more items with a maleable fastener or extremely interesting to the point of anxiety.

Answer 7

completely fixing and holding the attention