girded

[US]/[ˈɡɜːdɪd]/
[UK]/[ˈɡɜːrdɪd]/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

v. (past tense of gird)To encircle or bind, especially the waist with a belt or band.; To prepare oneself for something difficult or challenging.; To surround or enclose.

Phrases & Collocations

girded himself

girded loins

girded with

girded around

girded up

girded shoulders

girded waist

girded spirit

girding himself

girded strong

Example Sentences

he girded himself for the difficult task ahead.

the knight girded on his sword before the battle.

she girded her loins with determination to succeed.

the old castle was girded by a thick stone wall.

the waistline of the dress was tightly girded.

the company girded itself against potential losses.

the mountain was girded by a ring of trees.

he girded his mind against despair after the news.

the city was girded by a river on three sides.

the athlete girded himself for the marathon race.

the island was girded by crashing waves.

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