buckles
Definitions
Fastens or secures something with a buckle.
Bends, warps, or collapses under pressure or heat.
Yields or gives way under emotional or physical strain.
Examples
The heavy load causes the metal shelf to show signs of stress and it slowly buckles under the weight.
He carefully buckles his seatbelt before starting the car to ensure he is safe for the drive.
Synonyms
Antonyms
straightens stiffens expands strengthens holds firm remains rigid stabilizes