Definitions
1.nounA cylindrical mechanical fastener that attaches multiple parts together by fitting through a hole and deforming the head(s) at either end.
2.nounAny fixed point or certain basis.
3.nounA light kind of footman's armour.
4.verbTo attach or fasten parts by using rivets.
5.verbTo install rivets.
6.verbTo command the attention of.
7.verbTo make firm or immovable."Terror riveted him to the spot."