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GIRDLING

(noun, verb)

Definitions

There are 5 meanings of the word Girdling.

Girdling - as a noun

An encircling or ringlike structure

Hypernyms (Closely Related)
skeletal structure
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

A band of material around the waist that strengthens a skirt or trousers

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
cincture12sash7waistband15waistcloth18
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
band7
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

A woman's close-fitting foundation garment

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
corset8stays8
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
foundation14foundation garment
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Girdling - as a verb

Cut a girdle around so as to kill by interrupting the circulation of water and nutrients

Example: "Girdle the plant"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
deaden8

Put a girdle on or around

Example: "Gird your loins"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
gird6

Example Sentences

"The farmer is girdling the tree to prevent pests from infesting it."
"The construction workers are girdling the building site with scaffolding."
"They are girdling the fence with barbed wire for extra security."
"The gardener is girdling the rose stems to promote better growth."
"The hurricane caused significant damage by girdling numerous trees."
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Word Game Points

Is GIRDLING a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, girdling is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

GIRDLING has a SCRABBLE points total of 11.

Is GIRDLING a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, girdling is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
GIRDLING has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 15.

Is GIRDLING a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, girdling is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
GIRDLING has a WORDFEUD points total of 13.

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