Basic Details
Word: Buckle
Part of Speech: Noun / Verb
Meaning: A buckle is a fastening device, typically made of metal or plastic, used to secure things like belts; as a verb, it means to bend or warp under pressure.
Synonyms: Fastener, clasp, belt buckle
Antonyms: Unfasten, loosen
Idioms and Phrases
- Buckle down: To start working hard on something. Example: "If you want to pass your exams, you need to buckle down and study."
- Don't buckle under pressure: To not give in or become weak in a difficult situation. Example: "Even when the competition got tough, he didnt buckle under pressure."
Usage Examples
Example 1: She fastened her belt and heard the buckle click into place.
Example 2: The heat from the fire caused the metal buckle to become very hot.
Example 3: If you dont buckle your seatbelt, you could get hurt in an accident.
Fun Fact
The word buckle comes from the Latin word bucca, meaning "cheek", as it refers to how a belt can be fastened around a waist, similar to how a face is framed by the cheeks.
Famous Quote
"Success is a team sport, and to win as a team, you must buckle down and put in the hard work." - Unknown
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "buckle" mean when used as a noun?
a) A type of animal
b) A device for fastening
c) A place to eat
d) A type of dance
Answer: b) A device for fastening
2. Which of these is a synonym of "buckle"?
a) Clasp
b) Plate
c) Door
d) Light
Answer: a) Clasp
3. What is an antonym for "buckle"?
a) Fasten
b) Unfasten
c) Secure
d) Attach
Answer: b) Unfasten
4. Which sentence uses "buckle" correctly?
a) She will buckle down her homework later.
b) The chair began to buckle under his weight.
c) I saw a buckle fly in the sky.
d) He wanted to buckle the race.
Answer: b) The chair began to buckle under his weight.
5. What does "buckle down" mean?
a) To give up on something
b) To start working hard
c) To take it easy
d) To relax at home
Answer: b) To start working hard
