Buckle ( noun , verb )

(As a noun)

Buckle ( noun )

1. A device for fastening two pieces of material together, typically made of a metal or plastic frame with a hinged pin and a catch for the pin.
2. A metal or plastic clasp for fastening a belt or strap.

Origin:

Middle english: from old northern french buclier, from bucle "hook", from latin buccula "small cheek", diminutive of bucca "cheek".

Examples:

1. He fastened the belt with a buckle.
2. She adjusted the buckle on her sandals.
3. The buckle on the backpack was broken.
4. He undid the buckle and took off the belt.
5. She put on the dress and fastened the buckle.

(As a verb)

Buckle ( verb )

1. A device for fastening two pieces of material together, typically made of a metal or plastic frame with a hinged pin and a catch for the pin.
2. A metal or plastic clasp for fastening a belt or strap.

Origin:

Middle english: from old northern french buclier, from bucle "hook", from latin buccula "small cheek", diminutive of bucca "cheek".

Examples:

1. He fastened the belt with a buckle.
2. She adjusted the buckle on her sandals.
3. The buckle on the backpack was broken.
4. He undid the buckle and took off the belt.
5. She put on the dress and fastened the buckle.