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Meaning of buckle

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buckle

Pronunciation:/ˈbʌk(ə)l//ˈbʌk(ə)l/

verb

Definitions

  1. To distort or collapse under physical pressure; especially, of a slender structure in compression.

  2. To make bend; to cause to become distorted.

  3. To give in; to react suddenly or adversely to stress or pressure (of a person).

    Example: It is amazing that he has never buckled after so many years of doing such urgent work.

  4. To yield; to give way; to cease opposing.

buckle

Pronunciation:/ˈbʌk(ə)l//ˈbʌk(ə)l/

noun

Definitions

  1. A clasp used for fastening two things together, such as the ends of a belt, or for retaining the end of a strap.

  2. The brisure of an eighth daughter.

  3. (roofing) An upward, elongated displacement of a roof membrane frequently occurring over insulation or deck joints. A buckle may be an indication of movement with the roof assembly.

  4. A distortion, bulge, bend, or kink, as in a saw blade or a plate of sheet metal.

verb

Definitions

  1. To fasten using a buckle.

  2. To unite in marriage.