Definitions
There are 5 meanings of the word
Girdles.
Girdles - as a noun
An encircling or ringlike structure
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
skeletal structureHyponyms (Broadly Related)
A band of material around the waist that strengthens a skirt or trousers
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
cincturesashwaistbandwaistclothHypernyms (Closely Related)
bandHyponyms (Broadly Related)
A woman's close-fitting foundation garment
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
corsetstaysHypernyms (Closely Related)
foundationfoundation garmentHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Example Sentences
"In the 1950s, girdles were commonly worn by women to achieve an hourglass figure."
"Traditional girdles were made of elasticized material and had boning for support."
"My grandmother used to wear girdles to keep her stockings in place."
"Many women today prefer modern shapewear over traditional girdles."
"Some girdles have built-in control panels to shape and smooth the waistline."
Word Game Points
Is GIRDLES a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, girdles is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
GIRDLES has a SCRABBLE points total of 9.
Is GIRDLES a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, girdles is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordGIRDLES has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 11.
Is GIRDLES a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, girdles is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordGIRDLES has a WORDFEUD points total of 10.
