buckling
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /ˈbʌk.lɪŋ/
KK: /ˈbʌk.lɪŋ/
noun
Definition
The action of bending or collapsing under pressure, often resulting in a deformation.
Example
The buckling of the metal beam caused structural concerns in the building.
Conversation
Did you see that cute little buckling at the farm yesterday?
Yes! He was so playful and full of energy.
I never knew they were called bucklings when they're young males.
Right? It’s such an adorable name for them.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
folding
goatling
collapse
Antonyms
stability
flatness
strength
verb
Definition
To bend or warp under pressure or force, often causing a distortion in shape.
Example
The metal frame started buckling under the weight of the heavy load.
Tense Forms
Past: buckled
Past Participle: buckled
Conversation
I noticed my chair is buckling under my weight.
Oh no, is it going to break?
I hope not, but it feels really unstable right now.
Root Explanation
Buckling originates from the Middle English 'bocclen', meaning to bend or curve. The word describes the action of bending or warping under pressure.
Memory Tip
Imagine something bending or curving under pressure — that's what buckling means.
Visually Confused Words
suckling
ruckling
puckling
duckling
truckling
stuckling
knuckling
backlings