Short metal pin (5)

I believe the answer is:

rivet

(Other definitions for rivet that I've seen before include "Fascinate" , "Bolt for metal plates" , "Metal pin; engross" , "join together" , "Heavy fastening pin with head and hammered end" .)

I've seen this clue in The Independent.

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