Associations to the word «Cincture»

Wiktionary

CINCTURE, noun. An enclosure, or the act of enclosing, encircling or encompassing
CINCTURE, noun. A girdle or belt, especially as part of a vestment
CINCTURE, noun. (architecture) The fillet, listel, or band next to the apophyge at the extremity of the shaft of a column.
CINCTURE, verb. To girdle, circle, or surround

Dictionary definition

CINCTURE, noun. A band of material around the waist that strengthens a skirt or trousers.

Wise words

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