Looking for the meaning of the word GIRDS in English for both noun and verb forms from the Oxford Dictionary? Below, you can explore all possible meanings and definitions of GIRDS with sentence examples. You can also use the “AUDIO PRONUNCIATION” track to check the correct pronunciation in British English.
Word: Gird
Speech Type: Verb
Etymology:
Old English gyrdan, of Germanic origin; related to Dutch gorden and German gürten, also to girdle and girth
Audio Pronunciation:
Phonetic Spelling:
ɡəːd
Dialects: British English
Definition:
encircle (a person or part of the body) with a belt or band
Short Definition:encircle person or part of body with belt or band
Examples:- a young man was to be girded with the belt of knighthood
Definition:
prepare oneself for something difficult or challenging
Short Definition:prepare oneself
Examples:- they are girding themselves for the upcoming court case
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