buckling
What is another word for buckling? Here is its meaning, with related words and examples.
Noun — The structural failure of a material or beam that bends, bulges, or kinks under pressure instead of holding straight, often just before it collapses.
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How to use buckling
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
buckling under pressure
buckling knees
signs 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.
Full origin of buckling →Frequently asked questions
What does “buckling” mean?
The word “buckling” means the structural failure of a material or beam that bends, bulges, or kinks under pressure instead of holding straight, often just before it collapses. In plain terms, usually describes something bending or giving way under strain, like metal or a knee buckling.
How do you pronounce “buckling”?
“Buckling” is pronounced BUHK-uhl-ihng (/ˈbʌk.əl.ɪŋ/ in IPA).
How do you use “buckling” in a sentence?
Here is “buckling” used in a sentence: “Engineers added extra supports to stop the roof from buckling under heavy snow.”
What part of speech is “buckling”?
“Buckling” is a noun.
Where does the word “buckling” come from?
The word “buckling” comes from Latin. 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.
How many meanings does “buckling” have?
“Buckling” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: the structural failure of a material or beam that bends, bulges, or kinks under pressure instead of holding straight, often just before it collapses.
