Gird (Verb)

Meaning ¹

Bind with something round or circular.

Classification

Verbs of touching, hitting, tying, digging.

Synonyms

• Encircle

Meaning ²

Prepare oneself for a military confrontation; "The U.S. is girding for a conflict in the Middle East"; "troops are building up on the Iraqi border".

Classification

Verbs of fighting, athletic activities.

Synonyms

• Arm
• Build Up
• Fortify

Hyponyms

• Rearm
• Forearm
• Re-arm

Meaning ³

Put a girdle on or around; "gird your loins".

Classification

Verbs of touching, hitting, tying, digging.

Synonyms

• Girdle

Hypernyms

• Skirt
• Surround
• Ring
• Border