girdle
nounDivide girdle into syllables:
gir · dle
How to pronounce girdle:
Definition of girdle:
- girdle (noun):
- a woman's close-fitting foundation garment.
- something that encircles or confines such as
- a woman's elastic corset that covers the stomach and hips
Synonyms for girdle:
band
belt
ceinture
cincture
corset
cumberbund
cummerbund
fillet
foundation
foundation garment
panty girdle
ribbon
sash
self-belt
stays
waistband
waistcloth
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