fiador

Definitions of fiador
  1. noun
    a fastener (usually with two projecting horns) around which a rope can be secured
    synonyms: abrazadera
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    type of:
    cierre, ligadura, sujeción
    restraint that attaches to something or holds something in place
  2. noun
    a hinged catch that fits into a notch of a ratchet to move a wheel forward or prevent it from moving backward
    synonyms: trinquete
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    type of:
    seguro, tope
    a restraint that checks the motion of something
  3. noun
    guard consisting of a locking device that prevents a weapon from being fired
    synonyms: seguro
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    type of:
    seguridad
    a device designed to prevent injury or accidents
  4. noun
    one who provides a warrant or guarantee to another
    synonyms: garante
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    type of:
    padrino, patrocinador
    someone who supports or champions something
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