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buckle
ˈbʌkl
noun
klamra
Also
sprzączka(f)
Definition
A fastener, typically made of metal, consisting of a frame with a movable pin, used for joining two ends of a belt or strap.
Examples
He adjusted the buckle on his belt before leaving the house.
Poprawił klamrę w pasku, zanim wyszedł z domu.
The old suitcase had two leather straps with brass buckles.
Stara walizka miała dwa skórzane paski z mosiężnymi sprzączkami.
Collocations
belt buckleshoe buckleseat belt buckle
verb
zapinać
Also
ugiąć się
Definition
To fasten with a buckle, or to bend or collapse under pressure.
Examples
Please buckle your seatbelt before the plane takes off.
Proszę zapiąć pasy bezpieczeństwa przed startem samolotu.
The old bridge began to buckle under the weight of the heavy truck.
Stary most zaczął się uginać pod ciężarem ciężarówki.
Collocations
buckle upbuckle under pressurebuckle one's belt
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