clasp vs buckle

clasp and buckle both are nouns.

Word	Noun	Adjective	Verb	Adverb
clasp	Yes	No	Yes	No
buckle	Yes	No	Yes	No

As verbs, clasp and buckle are synonyms defined as:

clasp (noun)	buckle (noun)
the act of grasping	fastener that fastens together two ends of a belt or strap; often has loose prong
a fastener (as a buckle or hook) that is used to hold two things together	a shape distorted by twisting or folding

clasp (verb)	buckle (verb)
hold firmly and tightly	bend out of shape, as under pressure or from heat
grasp firmly	fasten with a buckle or buckles
fasten with a buckle or buckles	fold or collapse
fasten with or as if with a brooch