to gird
01
取り囲む, 巻く
to encircle or bind with something round, often for support or protection
Transitive: to gird a place or area
例
The workers chose to gird the tree trunk with a protective barrier to prevent damage during construction.
作業員は、建設中の損傷を防ぐために木の幹を保護バリアで囲むことを選びました。
The ancient fortress was strategically girded by a circular wall for defense.
古代の要塞は、防御のために戦略的に円形の壁で囲まれていました。
02
準備する, 身を固める
to mentally or physically prepare for a difficult or demanding task or challenge
Intransitive: to gird for a challenge
Transitive: to gird oneself for a challenge
例
The soldiers girded for battle, knowing the fight ahead would be tough.
兵士たちは、これからの戦いが厳しいことを知り、戦いに備えた。
The team girded for the championship match with intense practice sessions.
チームは、激しい練習セッションでチャンピオンシップの試合に備えた。
03
締める, 巻く
to wrap or secure a belt, band, or similar item around someone or something
Transitive: to gird a person or body part
例
He girded his waist with a leather belt before stepping out.
彼は外に出る前に革のベルトで腰を締めた。
The priest girded the altar boy with a ceremonial rope before the procession.
司祭は行列の前に祭壇の少年に儀式用のロープを巻いた。
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