BUCKLES
7 letters · 2 syllables · verb, noun
Definition of BUCKLES
To distort or collapse under physical pressure; especially, of a slender structure in compression.
To make bend; to cause to become distorted.
To give in; to react suddenly or adversely to stress or pressure (of a person).
"It is amazing that he has never buckled after so many years of doing such urgent work."
A clasp used for fastening two things together, such as the ends of a belt, or for retaining the end of a strap.
The brisure of an eighth daughter.
(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.
To fasten using a buckle.
To unite in marriage.
Examples of BUCKLES in a Sentence
- "It is amazing that he has never buckled after so many years of doing such urgent work."
Word Details
Is BUCKLES a Scrabble Word?
Yes, BUCKLES is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Bingo alert: Playing all 7 letters of BUCKLES earns a 50-point bonus in Scrabble, making it worth up to 65 points total.
Letter Values for BUCKLES
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | b | u | c | k | l | e | s | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 3 | 1 | 3 | 5 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 15 |
| WWF | 4 | 2 | 4 | 5 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 19 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in BUCKLES
82 words from the letters in BUCKLES
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How to Use BUCKLES in Word Games
BUCKLES is worth 15 points in Scrabble and 19 points in Words With Friends, making it a high-scoring word.
Bingo potential: Since BUCKLES uses exactly 7 letters, playing it from your full rack earns the 50-point bingo bonus in Scrabble for a total of up to 65 points.
Looking for more words from these letters? Unscramble BUCKLES to find 82 additional valid words.