Synonyms: buckle
Definition: fastener that fastens together two ends of a belt or strap; often has loose prong
Similar words: fastener, fastening, fixing, holdfast
Definition: restraint that attaches to something or holds something in place
Definition: a shape distorted by twisting or folding
Similar words: distorted shape, distortion
Definition: a shape resulting from distortion
Definition: bend out of shape, as under pressure or from heat
Usage: The highway buckled during the heat wave
Similar words: change surface
Definition: undergo or cause to undergo a change in the surface
Definition: fold or collapse
Usage: His knees buckled
Similar words: founder, fall in, break, cave in, collapse, give, give way
Definition: break down, literally or metaphorically
Usage: The wall collapsed; The business collapsed; The dam broke; The roof collapsed; The wall gave in; The roof finally gave under the weight of the ice
Definition: fasten with a buckle or buckles
Similar words: fix, fasten, secure
Definition: cause to be firmly attached
Usage: fasten the lock onto the door; she fixed her gaze on the man