单词 | gird |
释义 | gird 1. v.tr. (past and past part. girded or girt) literary 1 encircle, attach, or secure with a belt or band.   2. secure (clothes) on the body with a girdle or belt.   3. enclose or encircle.   4. a (foll. by with) equip with a sword in a belt. b fasten (a sword) with a belt.   5. (foll. by round) place (cord etc.) round. Phrases and idioms gird (or gird up) one's loins prepare for action. Etymology: OE gyrdan f. Gmc (as GIRTH) 2. v. & n. --vintr. (foll. by at) jeer or gibe. --n a gibe or taunt. Etymology: ME, = strike etc.: orig. unkn. |
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