Synonyms for Girdle (same or very similar meaning)
WordNet sense 1 (a woman's close-fitting foundation garment):
corset, stays
WordNet sense 2 (a band of material around the waist that strengthens a skirt or trousers):
cincture, sash, waistband, waistcloth
WordNet sense 3 (cut a girdle around so as to kill by interrupting the circulation of water and nutrients):
deaden
WordNet sense 4 (put a girdle on or around):
gird
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