girdled

Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

Temujin girdled his sworn friend Jamukha with the golden belt taken as loot from Toqto’a of the Merkit.

From Textbooks • Apr. 19, 2023

Individual ash can also be girdled to make a so-called trap tree: the bark is removed all the way around the trunk, drawing borers in the vicinity with the promise of exposed sapwood.

From The Verge • Nov. 25, 2019

Undesirable tree species and invasive vegetation were carefully managed, meaning they were cut, girdled, or treated with herbicide.

From Slate • Aug. 28, 2018

A line of laundry girdled the back of the home dugout, where Marianao players sat in their bright red uniforms.

From New York Times • Dec. 21, 2014

The keys were chained to the studded leather belt that girdled his waist.

From "A Clash of Kings" by George R.R. Martin