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engirded


Meanings
  • verb

    To surround or encircle something with a protective or confining barrier.

    - "The wall engirds the entire city."
    - "The fence engirds the garden and keeps out unwanted intruders."

Rhymes
Words rhyming with engirded
girdled , heirdle , irdle , worldle
Homonyms
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  1. gird (en) : To surround or encircle something with a protective or confining barrier.

  2. gird (en) : To prepare oneself psychologically or emotionally for a task or situation.


Homophones
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  1. gird () :


Variants
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engird , engirded , engirding , engirds
Forms
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Engirded can appear in various forms, such as verbs (engird, engirded), adjectives (engirded), or idioms (engird one's loins, gird up one's loins)


Etymology
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From the Old English word 'gyrdan', which means 'to surround, encircle, or protect'.


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  1. Engirded is a rare and interesting word that has its origins in Old English. It is composed of two elements: 'girdan', which means 'to surround, encircle, or protect', and the prefix 'eng-', which denotes 'around, encircling, or encompassing'. Together, these elements give engirded its unique meaning, which is 'to surround or encircle something with a protective or confining barrier'. Engirded can appear in various forms, such as verbs (engird, engirded), adjectives (engirded), or idioms (engird one's loins, gird up one's loins). Engirded has been used metaphorically in literature, art, music, and other forms of expression. It can represent a protective barrier, a confining boundary, or a defining characteristic that sets something or someone apart. Engirded is a versatile and evocative word that can add depth, nuance, and richness to any writing, speaking, or thinking. Whether you use engirded in its literal or metaphorical sense, it is sure to captivate, inspire, and enlighten you and your audience.


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Engirded has been used metaphorically in literature, art, music, and other forms of expression. It can represent a protective barrier, a confining boundary, or a defining characteristic that sets something or someone apart.

How to Memorize "engirded"

  1. visualize

    - To memorize engirded, visualize a protective wall or barrier surrounding and encircling something or someone.

  2. associate

    - To memorize engirded, associate it with the idea of protection, safety, and security.

  3. mnemonics

    - To memorize engirded, use the following mnemonic: 'Engirded, a protective shield, keeps threats and dangers from getting in the field.'


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