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Garter: meaning, definitions and examples

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garter

 

[ หˆษกษ‘หrtษ™r ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

female clothing

A garter is a band or strap worn to hold up stockings. Traditionally, they are worn around the thigh, and they can also serve as a decorative accessory for bridal attire.

Synonyms

band, holder, strap

Examples of usage

  • She wore a beautiful garter on her wedding day.
  • The garter slipped down the thigh, losing its grip.
  • He playfully removed the garter during the reception.
Context #2 | Noun

historical

In a historical context, a garter also refers to the Order of the Garter, which is a prestigious British order of chivalry established in the 14th century.

Synonyms

chivalry, distinction, order

Examples of usage

  • He was appointed a Knight of the Order of the Garter.
  • The ceremony for the Order of the Garter is held annually.
  • She wore the insignia symbolizing her membership in the Order.

Translations

Translations of the word "garter" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น ligador

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เค—เคพเคฐเฅเคŸเคฐ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Strumpfband

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ pita

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฟะพัั

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ podwiฤ…zka

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใ‚ฌใƒผใ‚ฟใƒผ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท jarretelle

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ liguero

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท korse

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๊ฐ€ํ„ฐ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุญุฒุงู…

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ podvazek

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ podvรคzok

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅŠ่ขœๅธฆ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ podveza

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ band

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ั‚าฑะทะฐา›

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ›แƒแƒกแƒแƒ™แƒ แƒแƒ•แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ kษ™mษ™r

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ liguero

Etymology

The word 'garter' comes from Middle English 'garter', which itself is derived from the Old French word 'garde', meaning to keep or guard. This term likely references the original function of garters, which was to hold up stockings or hose. Garters became particularly popular in the 15th century as part of women's fashions. Over time, they evolved not just into a functional piece of clothing but also as a symbol of sexuality and romance, especially in the context of bridal wear. The historical aspect also links to the ceremonial use of the term in the context of orders of knighthood, highlighting the dual significance of the word throughout history.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #24,528, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.