buckle (n.)

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

  2. a shape distorted by twisting or folding

    [ Syn: warp ]

    buckle (v.)

  1. fasten with a buckle or buckles

    [ Syn: clasp ]

  2. fold or collapse; His knees buckled

    [ Syn: crumple ]

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

    [ Syn: heave , warp ]

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