girdle
/gˈɝdʌl/
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Definitions
Noun
an encircling or ringlike structure
Noun
a band of material around the waist that strengthens a skirt or trousers
Noun
a woman''s close-fitting foundation garment
Verb
cut a girdle around so as to kill by interrupting the circulation of water and nutrients; "girdle the plant"
Verb
put a girdle on or around; "gird your loins"