snap fastener

[ snap fas-uh-ner, fah-suh-ner ]
/ ˈsnæp ˌfæs ə nər, ˌfɑ sə nər /

noun

a two-pieced fastening device with a projection that fits into a hole, used especially to hold clothing, pillows, etc., together.
Also especially British, press stud.

Origin of snap fastener

First recorded in 1925–30

British Dictionary definitions for snap fastener

snap fastener

noun

another name for press stud