buckle

  1. Verb.  (intransitive) To distort or collapse under physical pressure; especially, of a slender structure in compression.
  2. Verb.  (intransitive, figuratively) To give in; to react suddenly or adversely to stress or pressure (of a person).
  3. Noun.  (countable) A clasp used for fastening two things together, such as the ends of a belt, or for retaining the end of a strap.
  4. Noun.  (Canada, heraldry) The brisure of an eighth daughter.
  5. Noun.  (context, roofing) An upward, elongated displacement of a roof membrane frequently occurring over insulation or deck joints. A buckle may be an indication of movement with the roof assembly.
  6. Verb.  (transitive) To fasten using a buckle.

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