girdler

/ˈɡɜːrdələr/

Definitions

1. noun

A person who girds, especially one who makes or sells girdles

“The girdler was hired to create custom-made corsets for the fashion brand.”

2. verb

To fasten or secure something around the waist or body with a girdle

“The tailor girdled the dress tightly around the model’s waist.”

Synonyms

  • corsetmaker
  • girdsman

Antonyms

  • ungirds