retighten

[ree-tahyt-n]

retighten Definition

to tighten again, to make something tight again.

Using retighten: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "retighten" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    Please retighten the screws before you start the engine.

  • Example

    I need to retighten the bolts on my bicycle's handlebars.

  • Example

    The mechanic had to retighten the lug nuts on the car's wheels.

retighten Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for retighten

  • re-tighten
  • tighten again
  • make tight again
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Summary: retighten in Brief

The verb 'retighten' [ree-tahyt-n] means to tighten something again, making it tight once more. It is often used in the context of screws, bolts, and other fasteners that may have loosened over time or use. For example, 'Please retighten the screws before you start the engine.'