cincture

noun

cinc·​ture ˈsiŋ(k)-chər How to pronounce cincture (audio)
1
: the act of encircling
2
a
: an encircling area
b
: girdle, belt
especially : a cord or sash of cloth worn around an ecclesiastical vestment or the habit of a member of a religious order under monastic vows

Examples of cincture in a Sentence

wrapped a cincture around the dress as a stylish accessory
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Other designers have followed suit, as well: For Spring 2018 Men’s, Prada used the hyper-functional cincture for a double-belt styling moment. Alexandra Gurvitch, Vogue, 21 Aug. 2017

Word History

Etymology

Latin cinctura girdle, from cinctus, past participle of cingere to gird; probably akin to Sanskrit kāñcī girdle

First Known Use

1587, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of cincture was in 1587

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“Cincture.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/cincture. Accessed 22 Nov. 2024.

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cincture

noun
cinc·​ture ˈsiŋ(k)-chər How to pronounce cincture (audio)
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