self-belt

noun

ˈself-ˈbelt How to pronounce self-belt (audio)
Definition of self-beltnext
as in belt
a strip of flexible material (as leather) worn around the waist the self-belt is covered with the same faux suede as the dress

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Recent Examples of self-belt The pocket detail is repeated on denim midi skirts with front slits and self-belts. — Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 13 Jan. 2025 Both raincoats feature a detachable zip hood, a hood visor extension, an adjustable bungee cord with a metal toggle at the hood opening, a self-belt and signature stripe lining. — Alexandra Harrell, Sourcing Journal, 3 Sep. 2019
Recent Examples of Synonyms for self-belt
  1. belt
  2. sash
  3. ribbon
Noun
  • The categories in which it has been registered mean it can be licensed to pretty much anything that can be sold, whether that is a belt buckle, soap-bubble wands or non-fungible tokens (NFTs) and other digital assets.
    — Dan Sheldon, The Athletic, 13 Mar. 2025
  • She’s also flipped the script by adding belts over winter coats and taking a bold stance in favor of wearing leggings as pants by dressing them up with a stiletto and a structured blouse.
    — Kathleen Walsh, Glamour, 11 Mar. 2025
Definition of belt
Noun
  • Blue Ivy took her mother’s side for the celebratory moment, wearing a Cowboy Carter sash.
    — Emily Zemler, Rolling Stone, 20 Feb. 2025
  • The sash belt can be tied in the front or the back for two completely different looks.
    — Miles Walls, People.com, 25 Jan. 2025
Definition of sash
Noun
  • The asphalt winds like a ribbon through the Sierra de las Nieves, where the Mediterranean sun casts its golden light on every curve of the mountainous landscape.
    — Shelby Knick, Forbes, 7 Mar. 2025
  • The dress also featured a black ribbon at the bust that matched the Shrinking star's small black purse.
    — Catherine Santino, People.com, 3 Mar. 2025
Definition of ribbon

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