Meaning of the word buckle in English

What does buckle mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

buckle

US /ˈbʌk.əl/

UK /ˈbʌk.əl/

a flat, typically rectangular, metal or plastic clasp or fastener, especially on a belt or strap

Example:

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He fastened the buckle of his belt.

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The shoe has a decorative buckle on the front.

Synonym:

clasp fastener catch

fasten (a belt or strap) with a buckle

Example:

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Please buckle your seatbelt before we start driving.

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She carefully buckled the straps of her backpack.

Synonym:

fasten clasp secure

bend or crumple under pressure; collapse

Example:

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The old bridge began to buckle under the weight of the heavy truck.

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His knees began to buckle from exhaustion.

Synonym:

bend crumple collapse give way fold

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