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girdle

The word “girdle” has 2 syllables: gir-dle

It's pronounced as /ˈɡɜrdl/

What is synonym and antonym for girdle?

In the thesaurus, “girdle” has 69 synonyms and 7 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for girdle along with examples of usage in sentences.

Synonyms for girdle

Antonyms for girdle

  • unbind
  • ungird
  • unlash
  • unshackle
  • untie
  • unwind
  • unwrap

Meanings of girdle

  • noun
    1. That which girds, encircles, or encloses; a circumference.
    2. A belt or elasticated corset; especially, a belt, sash, or article of dress encircling the body usually at the waist, often used to support stockings or hosiery.
    3. The zodiac; also, the equator.
    4. The line of greatest circumference of a brilliant-cut diamond, at which it is grasped by the setting.
    5. A thin bed or stratum of stone.
    6. The clitellum of an earthworm.
    7. The removal or inversion of a ring of bark in order to kill or stunt a tree.
    8. A stone or metal flat plate or surface on which food is fried or baked.
  • verb
    1. To gird, encircle, or constrain by such means.
    2. To kill or stunt a tree by removing or inverting a ring of bark.

Example Sentences

  • She wore a silk girdle around her waist as part of the costume.
  • The doctor recommended a medical girdle to support his back.
  • The ancient statue depicted a goddess with a jeweled girdle.
  • A decorative girdle was fastened over the robe.
  • The tailor designed a custom girdle to complement the dress.

On this page you'll find 76 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to girdle, such as: Sam Browne belt, baldric, band, bandage, bandoleer, bandolier, begird.

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