gird

/ɡɜrd/

Definitions

1. verb

to encircle or surround something with a belt or girdle, or to provide with a belt or girdle

“She girded her waist with a wide leather belt.”

2. verb

to prepare oneself for a challenge or task

“He girded himself for the long journey ahead.”

3. verb

to surround or encircle something

“The city is girded by mountains on all sides.”

4. noun

a band or strip of cloth or other material used to encircle the waist

“The gird is made of soft velvet and has intricate embroidery.”

5. verb

to be or become encircled or surrounded

“The city is girded by a wall to protect it from invaders.”

Synonyms

  • belt
  • encircle
  • girdle
  • surround

Antonyms

  • disembowel
  • unencircle