S: (n) pullback, tieback (a device (as a decorative loop of cord or fabric) for holding or drawing something back) "the draperies were drawn to the sides by pullbacks"
S: (n) spike, spindle (any holding device consisting of a rigid, sharp-pointed object) "the spike pierced the receipts and held them in order"
S: (n) vise, bench vise (a holding device attached to a workbench; has two jaws to hold workpiece firmly in place)
S: (v) connect, link, tie, link up (connect, fasten, or put together two or more pieces) "Can you connect the two loudspeakers?"; "Tie the ropes together"; "Link arms"