Definitions

1. noun

a band or strip of flexible material (such as leather or fabric) worn around the waist or body.

“She cinched her girdle tightly around her waist before going out.”

2. verb

to surround or encircle something (such as a person or a place) with a belt, band, or other encircling object.

“The people girdled the city with a massive wall for protection.”

3. verb

to provide or equip with a belt, band, or other encircling object.

“The soldiers girdled their loins with leather straps before going into battle.”