to tighten
verbregional/ɐ̃.si.ˈɲaɾ/rare
an·ci·nhar
Definition
(Regionalism, Alentejo) To tighten, to compress, to squeeze forcefully (like a belt or cinch).
Tighten the rope around the bale so it doesn't come undone.
He tightened the bag so hard he nearly tore it.
Common collocations
to tighten the rope
Etymology
Origem obscura, possivelmente relacionada com 'cincho' ou de origem expressiva.