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Meaning of gird

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

gird

Pronunciation:/ɡɜːd//ɡɝd/

verb

Definitions

  1. To bind with a flexible rope or cord.

    Example: The fasces were girt about with twine in bundles large.

  2. To encircle with, or as if with a belt.

    Example: The lady girt herself with silver chain, from which she hung a golden shear.

  3. To prepare oneself for an action.

gird

Pronunciation:/ɡɜːd//ɡɝd/

noun

Definitions

  1. A sarcastic remark.

  2. A stroke with a rod or switch.

  3. A severe spasm; a twinge; a pang.

verb

Definitions

  1. To jeer at.

  2. To jeer.