girdle

Noun
  1. An encircling or ringlike structure (synset 105586542)
    is a type of: skeletal structure - any structure created by the skeleton of an organism
    subtypes:
    • pectoral girdle - a skeletal support to which the forelimbs of vertebrates are attached
    • hip, pelvic arch, pelvic girdle, pelvis - the structure of the vertebrate skeleton supporting the lower limbs in humans and the hind limbs or corresponding parts in other vertebrates
  2. A band of material around the waist that strengthens a skirt or trousers (synset 103442981)
    is a type of: band - a thin flat strip of flexible material that is worn around the body or one of the limbs (especially to decorate the body)
    subtypes: cummerbund - a broad pleated sash worn as formal dress with a tuxedo
    same as: cincture, sash, waistband, waistcloth
  3. A woman's close-fitting foundation garment (synset 103117520)
    is a type of: foundation, foundation garment - a woman's undergarment worn to give shape to the contours of the body
    subtypes: panty girdle - a woman's undergarment that combines a girdle and panties
    same as: corset, stays
Verb
  1. Cut a girdle around so as to kill by interrupting the circulation of water and nutrients (synset 201611026)
    "girdle the plant"
    referred to in: flora, plant, plant life - (botany) a living organism lacking the power of locomotion
    is a type of: incise - make an incision into by carving or cutting
    same as: deaden
  2. Put a girdle on or around (synset 201470546)
    "gird your loins"
    is a type of: border, environ, ring, skirt, surround - extend on all sides of simultaneously; encircle
    same as: gird

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