GIRTH Synonyms: 45 Similar and Opposite Words

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noun

ˈgərth

as in circumference

the distance around a round body a fallen tree with a girth of some 26 feet making it wide enough for a full-grown man to walk through

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verb

as in to wrap

to encircle or bind with or as if with a belt you'll need to make sure you girth the saddle tightly or you'll fall off the horse

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On top of that, the U.S. has the highest rate of maternal mortality—death during pregnancy or up to a year after giving girth—among wealthy nations. —

Anna Halkidis, Parents, 18 Sep. 2024 This serves as a reminder to today's leaders that success isn't always dependent on financial gain, team size, or corporate budget girth. —

Dan Pontefract, Forbes, 12 Sep. 2024 Aldo leaned into the equine concept, and under his direction, top-stitching reminiscent of that on saddles adorned handbags; and green and red stripes seen on girth straps became a signature Gucci element, as did the Gucci horsebit. —

Lilah Ramzi, Vogue, 11 Sep. 2024 Sasser’s gator also missed the state girth record by just half an inch. —

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