: a device that usually consists of a link with screw threads at both ends, that is turned to bring the ends closer together, and that is used for tightening a rod or stay
Illustration of turnbuckle
turnbuckles
Examples of turnbuckle in a Sentence
Recent Examples on the Web
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
According to reports from fans in attendance, Ibushi fell from the turnbuckle and landed awkwardly on the floor outside the ring.—Andrew Ravens, MSNBC Newsweek, 9 Oct. 2025 Rusev set up the steel chair in the turnbuckle as Sheamus begged Rusev to kick him.—Blake Oestriecher, Forbes.com, 31 Aug. 2025 The bottom rope was down and Rhodes used the entire turnbuckle to his advantage.—Ryan Gaydos, FOXNews.com, 4 Aug. 2025 See All Example Sentences for turnbuckle
Share