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girdle

1.	(verb) put a girdle on or around
	Synonyms: gird
	Related Words: border, skirt, surround

2.	(verb) cut a girdle around (a plant) so as to kill by interrupting the circulation of water and nutrients
	Synonyms: deaden
	Related Words: incise

3.	(noun) a band of material around the waist that strengthens a skirt or trousers
	Synonyms: cincture, sash, waistband, waistcloth
	Related Words: band, cummerbund

4.	(noun) a woman's close-fitting foundation garment
	Synonyms: corset, panty girdle, stays
	Related Words: foundation, foundation garment