Girding: meaning, definitions and examples
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girding
[ หษกษrdษชล ]
preparing oneself
Girding refers to the act of encircling or preparing oneself for an action. It often implies a sense of fortification or readiness, both physically and mentally.
Synonyms
equipping, preparing, readying
Examples of usage
- She was girding herself for the upcoming exam.
- The soldiers were girding their loins before the battle.
- He took a deep breath, girding his mind for the challenges ahead.
Translations
Translations of the word "girding" in other languages:
๐ต๐น cinta
๐ฎ๐ณ เคฌเคพเคเคงเคจเคพ
๐ฉ๐ช gรผrten
๐ฎ๐ฉ mengikat
๐บ๐ฆ ะทะฐััะณัะฒะฐะฝะฝั
๐ต๐ฑ opasanie
๐ฏ๐ต ๅธฏใณใ
๐ซ๐ท ceinture
๐ช๐ธ cinturรณn
๐น๐ท kuลak
๐ฐ๐ท ๋
๐ธ๐ฆ ุญุฒุงู
๐จ๐ฟ pรกs
๐ธ๐ฐ opas
๐จ๐ณ ๆ
๐ธ๐ฎ pas
๐ฎ๐ธ belti
๐ฐ๐ฟ ะฑะตะปะฑะตั
๐ฌ๐ช แกแแ แขแงแแแ
๐ฆ๐ฟ kษmษr
๐ฒ๐ฝ cinturรณn
Etymology
The term 'gird' originates from the Old English word 'gyrdan,' which means 'to encircle' or 'to bind.' In earlier usage, it specifically referred to the action of fastening a belt or cord around the waist, an essential practice for wearing armor or protective garments. Over time, the meaning expanded to include the metaphorical sense of preparing oneself for challenges or responsibilities. This evolution reflects both a practical necessity and a figurative expression of mental and emotional readiness. In literature, the word has been used to evoke themes of determination and resilience.
Word Frequency Rank
This word's position of #33,871 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.
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