buckle
noun/ˈbʌkəl/
Frequency rank: #7,631 most common English word
Meaning
a fastening device, typically made of metal, used to connect two ends of a strap or belt.
Example sentence
The strap on my backpack broke when the metal buckle snapped under the weight.
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