It is sometimes used to secure items to posts.

People in the hurricane's path prepared by purchasing supplies from supermarkets, gassing up their vehicles, and securing loose outside items.

A born collector Woodcroft, displayed a passion for securing notable items of historical machinery.

Prior to leaving, workers secured construction equipment and other loose items.

They also supply small metal clips to secure items between picture glass and a sheet of hardboard or thin plywood.

As an adhesive for securing items temporarily.

These receivers can be remotely commanded to secure and release selected items.

Strap is commonly used in the packaging industry to secure or fasten items.

I felt the rope twisted about her ankle, part of the rope used to secure items against the roll of the ship.

For securing bulky items "hold down" rings are provided to tie items into place.