Definition of buckles

Scrabble & Words with friends points


  • buckles is a valid Scrabble US word with a point value of 15
  • buckles is a valid Scrabble UK word with a point value of 15
  • buckles is a valid Words with friends word with a point value of 19

Definition of buckles


  • a shape distorted by twisting or folding (noun)

    Synonyms

    1. warp
  • fasten with a buckle or buckles (verb)

    Synonyms

    1. clasp
  • fold or collapse (verb)

    Examples

    1. His knees buckled

    Synonyms

    1. crumple
  • bend out of shape, as under pressure or from heat (verb)

    Examples

    1. The highway buckled during the heat wave

    Synonyms

    1. heave
    2. warp
  • fastener that fastens together two ends of a belt or strap; often has loose prong (noun)

See definition of buckles in Merriam Webster