Meaning of the word girth in English
What does girth mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
girth
US /ɡɝːθ/
UK /ɡɜːθ/
Noun
1.
the measurement around the middle of something, especially a person's waist or a tree trunk
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The tree had an impressive girth of over two meters.
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He measured the girth of his waist.
2.
a band or strap that passes under the belly of a horse to hold a saddle in place
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He tightened the saddle's girth before mounting the horse.
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The leather girth was old and worn.