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    Faja (en. Wad of bills)

    /ˈfaxa/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    Long, narrow band generally used to adjust or tighten something.
    She put on a belt to adjust her dress.
    Se puso una faja para ajustarse el vestido.
    Accessory that many people use to improve their figure.
    The belt helps her shape her figure.
    La faja le ayuda a modelar su figura.
    Ribbon or band used in clothing for support.
    The belt is used to prevent the pants from falling.
    La faja se usa para evitar que los pantalones caigan.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'facia', which means 'band' or 'ribbon'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    support belt
    Band used to provide support, especially in women's clothing.
    faja de contención
    abdominal belt
    Belt designed to provide support to the abdominal area during exercise.
    faja abdominal
    post-surgical belt
    Belt designed to assist in recovery after surgery.
    faja postquirúrgica

    Related Words

    waistband
    Part of the dress that tightens the waist.
    cinturilla
    flounce
    Garment worn around the waist.
    faldón
    belt
    Band used to hold up the pants.
    cinturón

    Slang Meanings

    Style of belt used to shape the figure femininely.
    That belt is a 'magic belt' that all the girls are wearing.
    Esa faja es una 'faja mágica' que todas las chicas están usando.
    Belt used to cheat in figure competitions.
    That competitor uses a belt to pretend to have more muscle.
    Ese competidor usa una faja para aparentar tener más músculo.