girdle
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Definition & Meaning of "girdle"in English

Girdle
01

a type of women's undergarment that shapes and supports the torso, hips, and abdomen 

girdle definition and meaning
Grammatical Information
Animacy status
Inanimate
Composition
Simple
Countable
singular
gender specific
Plural form
girdles
Female Singular
girdle
neutral form
shapewear

What is a "girdle"?

A girdle is a type of women's undergarment that is designed to shape and support the torso, hips, and abdomen. It typically extends from the waist to the mid-thigh or knee and may be made from materials such as nylon, spandex, or latex. Girdles come in many different styles, including high-waisted, mid-thigh, and panty girdles, and may feature additional elements such as boning or panels to provide extra support and compression. They are commonly worn as a form of shapewear to smooth out the silhouette and create a more streamlined appearance under clothing. Girdles can be uncomfortable for some people but are popular among those who are looking for a more polished or toned look.

02

a band of material around the waist that strengthens a skirt or trousers 

03

an encircling or ringlike structure 

to girdle
01

put a girdle on or around 

Grammatical Information
Composition
Simple
Action verb
Regular
Present tense
girdle
3rd person singular
girdles
Present participle
girdling
Past simple
girdled
Past participle
girdled
02

cut a girdle around so as to kill by interrupting the circulation of water and nutrients 

03

to encircle or surround something and create a boundary or perimeter around it 

Transitive: to girdle sth
Examples
The river girdles the ancient castle, adding to its picturesque charm. 
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