to gird
01
环绕, 束紧
to encircle or bind with something round, often for support or protection
Transitive: to gird a place or area
例子
The workers chose to gird the tree trunk with a protective barrier to prevent damage during construction.
工人们选择用保护屏障围住树干，以防止施工期间的损坏。
The ancient fortress was strategically girded by a circular wall for defense.
古老的堡垒为了防御被战略性地用圆形城墙围住。
02
准备, 束紧
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
例子
The soldiers girded for battle, knowing the fight ahead would be tough.
士兵们为战斗准备好了，知道前面的战斗会很艰难。
The team girded for the championship match with intense practice sessions.
团队通过密集的训练课程为冠军赛做准备。
03
束紧, 缠绕
to wrap or secure a belt, band, or similar item around someone or something
Transitive: to gird a person or body part
例子
He girded his waist with a leather belt before stepping out.
他在出门前用皮带束紧了腰部。
The priest girded the altar boy with a ceremonial rope before the procession.
在游行前，牧师用仪式用的绳子束住了祭坛男孩。
