English dictionary, thesaurus, translations & etymology
FreeDict.com

buckling

The origin and history of buckling.

Etymology

Formed from the verb "buckle" plus the "-ing" ending; "buckle" itself comes from Old French "bocle," a shield boss, from Latin "buccula," a small cheek or cheek-strap.

Origin: Latin

← Back to the full definition of buckling
Etymology: FreeDict original editorial.