noun
plural -ets
[count] :a special kind of metal bolt or pin that is used to hold pieces of metal together
verb
-ets; -eted; -eting
[+ obj] to attract and hold all of someone's attention - usually used as (be) riveted
to make (someone) unable to move because of fear, shock, etc. - usually used as (be) riveted
to fasten (something) with rivets