1. present participle of engirdle; to encircle or surround completely
Usage: literary or formal

1. that encircles or surrounds; forming a ring or band around something
Usage: literary or formal

Examples

• The ancient wall was engirdling the entire city.
• An engirdling band of mountains protected the valley from harsh winds.
• The vines were engirdling the old oak tree.
• She wore an engirdling belt of silver around her waist.
• The river was engirdling the island on all sides.
• Dark clouds were engirdling the distant peaks.