Necklace fastener Crossword Clue
5 letters · New York Times · Monday, February 16, 2026 · 1-Across
Appeared in 3 New York Times Crosswords between December 1997 and February 2026.
Exact puzzle match · New York Times · February 16, 2026 · 1-Across · 5 letters
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What does this clue mean?
a fastener (as a buckle or hook) that is used to hold two things together
noun
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