begirdle

verb

Etymology

From be- + girdle.

  1. inherited from *gurdilaz — “girdle, belt
  2. inherited from *gurdil
  3. inherited from gyrdel
  4. inherited from girdel
  5. prefixed as begirdle — “be + girdle

Definitions

  1. To encircle or surround, as with a girdle.

    • The vine begirdled the tree, wrapping around its trunk as though trying to hug it.

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