English dictionary
buckle
nounAudio pronunciation
Parts of speech
Definitions
noun
- fastener that fastens together two ends of a belt or strap; often has loose prong
noun
- a shape distorted by twisting or folding
verb
- bend out of shape, as under pressure or from heat
verb
- fold or collapse
verb
- fasten with a buckle or buckles
Example sentences
The highway buckled during the heat wave
His knees buckled