What is tighten?

Tighten means to make something firm, secure or close fitting by applying pressure or force. It can refer to physical actions, such as tightening a screw or a hinge, or to non-physical actions, such as tightening security measures or tightening financial controls. In a physical sense, tightness can also refer to muscles, joints or skin that feel restricted or uncomfortable. Tightening remedy can involve a range of treatments, including massage, stretching, exercise, medication or surgery, depending on the cause and severity of the problem. Overall, tightening is a process of achieving greater stability, control or efficiency in a particular area, whether that's in a mechanical or a human context.