fastna — meaning in English

English meaning

• lock noun A device that fastens something shut, opened only with a key, code, or similar means.
• stick noun A thin piece of wood, especially a fallen branch or twig.

Senses

fastna is used for these senses in English:

• lock (intransitive) To become fastened in place.
• stick (dated, transitive) To bring to a halt; to stymie; to puzzle.
• stick (transitive, slang, dated) To impose upon; to compel to pay; sometimes, to cheat.

lock — full definition

1. noun A device that fastens something shut, opened only with a key, code, or similar means.
2. verb To fasten something with a lock, or to become fixed in place.
3. noun A section of a canal enclosed by gates, used to raise or lower boats between different water levels.
4. noun A strand or tuft of hair.

stick — full definition

1. noun A thin piece of wood, especially a fallen branch or twig.
2. noun A long, thin implement used for a specific purpose, such as a walking cane, a hockey stick, or a gear lever.
3. verb To become attached to a surface, usually with glue or something sticky.
4. verb To push a pointed object into something; to pierce.
5. verb To remain firm, loyal, or persistent, especially with "with" or "to."

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