buckle meaning

buckle as a verb

1. fasten with a buckle or buckles

   Synonyms: clasp

   Opposite: unbuckle

   Type of: fasten

2. fold or collapse
   • His knees buckled

   Synonyms: crumple

   Type of: collapse

3. bend out of shape, as under pressure or from heat
   • The highway buckled during the heat wave

   Synonyms: heave, warp

   Type of: change surface

   Kinds: lift

buckle as a noun

1. fastener that fastens together two ends of a belt or strap; often has loose prong

   Type of: fastener

   Kinds: belt buckle

2. a shape distorted by twisting or folding

   Synonyms: warp

   Type of: distorted shape

buckle in a sentence

• I've really got to buckle down and study for our final exams.
• On base and off, buckle your seat-belts.
• In these times of crisis, many people have to buckle down.
• Don't forget to buckle your seatbelt before leaving.
• Do you prefer a belt with a metal or plastic buckle?

How to pronounce buckle

buckle is pronounced /ˈbʌkəl/ in British English and /ˈbʌkəl/ in American English. It has 2 syllables, with the stress on the first syllable.

Words that rhyme with buckle

• chuckle