Meaning & Definition of Buckle in English
English⟶
Buckle
/bəkəl/
noun
1. Fastener that fastens together two ends of a belt or strap
- Often has loose prong
synonym:
- buckle
2. A shape distorted by twisting or folding
synonym:
- warp,
- buckle
verb
1. Fasten with a buckle or buckles
synonym:
- buckle,
- clasp
2. Fold or collapse
- "His knees buckled"
synonym:
- buckle,
- crumple
3. Bend out of shape, as under pressure or from heat
- "The highway buckled during the heat wave"
synonym:
- heave,
- buckle,
- warp