noun
- a belt, band, or cord worn around the waist or used to encircle something
Usage: archaic or formal usage
verb
- present participle of gird; to encircle or secure with a belt, band, or rope
- present participle of gird; to prepare or brace oneself for something difficult
Usage: often used in the phrase 'gird oneself' or 'gird one's loins'
Examples
- She was girding the package with twine to keep it secure.
- The athlete was girding himself mentally before the big game.
- They girded their loins and prepared for the long journey ahead.
- He spent the morning girding the tree trunk with protective bark.
- The soldiers were girding for battle, checking their weapons and armor.
- She took a deep breath, girding herself for the difficult conversation.