Definition of "turn-buckle" [turn•-buc•kle]

• See Turnbuckle, in Vocabulary. (noun)
• A loop or sleeve with a screw thread at one end and a swivel at the other, -- used for tightening a rod, stay, etc. (noun)
• A gravitating catch, as for fastening a shutter, the end of a chain, or a hasp. (noun)

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• "Before shoving, a 1-1/4-in. turn-buckle was also placed on the horizontal diameter in order to prevent the spreading of the iron, previous to filling the void outside with grout."
• "Just a weak turn-buckle on the weather stay, that's all."
• ""Yes, I originated this," answered Tom, as he put a new turn-buckle in place; "but I didn't actually construct it -- that is, except for some small parts."