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buck·le
 buckle
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- pronunciation:
- buh
k
 l
- parts of speech:
- noun, verb
| part of speech: |
noun |
| definition 1: |
A buckle is a metal thing used to hold together the ends of a belt or to secure a strap. A shoe often has a strap that uses a buckle.
The belt buckle is made of silver.
- similar words:
- catch, clasp, clip, fastener, hook
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| definition 2: |
A buckle is something used just as a decoration, especially on shoes. It's metal and looks something like a buckle that holds things together.
Lina's new shoes have pretty buckles on them.
- similar words:
- pin
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| related words: |
latch |
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| part of speech: |
verb |
| inflections: |
buckles, buckling, buckled |
| definition: |
When you buckle something, you join the ends of it with a buckle, or you connect the strap on it with a buckle.
You should buckle your seat belt every time you ride in a car.- synonyms:
- fasten
- similar words:
- attach, clasp, clip, connect, couple, hook, link, secure, strap
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| related words: |
bind |
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