Meaning & Definition of Girdle in English
English⟶
Girdle
/gərdəl/
noun
1. An encircling or ringlike structure
synonym:
- girdle
2. A band of material around the waist that strengthens a skirt or trousers
synonym:
- girdle,
- cincture,
- sash,
- waistband,
- waistcloth
3. A woman's close-fitting foundation garment
synonym:
- corset,
- girdle,
- stays
verb
1. Cut a girdle around so as to kill by interrupting the circulation of water and nutrients
- "Girdle the plant"
synonym:
- girdle,
- deaden
2. Put a girdle on or around
- "Gird your loins"
synonym:
- girdle,
- gird