Buckle vs Buckle - What's the Difference?

Buckle

Buckle

Definitions

Definition as Noun
  • fastener that fastens together two ends of a belt or strap; often has loose prong
  • a shape distorted by twisting or folding
Definition as Noun
  • fastener that fastens together two ends of a belt or strap; often has loose prong
  • a shape distorted by twisting or folding
Definition as Verb
  • fasten with a buckle or buckles
  • fold or collapse
  • bend out of shape, as under pressure or from heat
Definition as Verb
  • fasten with a buckle or buckles
  • fold or collapse
  • bend out of shape, as under pressure or from heat

Examples

  • "His knees buckled"
  • "The highway buckled during the heat wave"
  • "His knees buckled"
  • "The highway buckled during the heat wave"

Parts of Speech

Noun, Verb
Noun, Verb