Buckle Definition & Meaning
buckle
- noun
- fastener that fastens together two ends of a belt or strap; often has loose prong
- a shape distorted by twisting or folding
- verb
- fasten with a buckle or buckles
- fold or collapse; "His knees buckled"
- bend out of shape, as under pressure or from heat; "The highway buckled during the heat wave"
"Buckle" in song lyrics
See how buckle is used in real songs:
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"One-sixth buckle"
Aesop Rock — Boombox -
"Move it one more time and watch my knees buckle"
Ali f/ Kyjuan, Murphy Lee, Nelly — Wiggle Wiggle -
"And ?? you up in a tussle and beat you with a belt buckle"
Apathy f/ Celph Titled — Compatible
Words that rhyme with buckle
Usage tips for "buckle"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "buckle" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for buckle to find words that pair well.
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- What does buckle mean?
- fastener that fastens together two ends of a belt or strap; often has loose prong a shape distorted by twisting or folding fasten with a buckle or buckles fold or collapse; "His knees buckled" bend out of shape, as under pressure or from heat; "The highway buckled during the heat wave"
- What part of speech is buckle?
- Buckle is a noun and a verb.
- How many definitions does buckle have?
- Buckle has 5 definitions across 2 parts of speech (noun, verb).