self-belt

as in belt
a strip of flexible material (as leather) worn around the waist the self-belt is covered with the same faux suede as the dress

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Recent Examples of self-belt The pocket detail is repeated on denim midi skirts with front slits and self-belts. Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 13 Jan. 2025 Both raincoats feature a detachable zip hood, a hood visor extension, an adjustable bungee cord with a metal toggle at the hood opening, a self-belt and signature stripe lining. Alexandra Harrell, Sourcing Journal, 3 Sep. 2019
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Noun
  • But perhaps with the experience under his belt — and a summer to try and add weight — Johansson can come back more ready to handle second-pair minutes for a full season.
    Max Bultman, New York Times, 10 July 2025
  • With a Stanley Cup already under his belt and a promising rookie season behind him, the young forward will look to build on his success and play an even bigger role in the Panthers’ pursuit to solidifying themselves as a South Florida sports dynasty.
    Kaitlyn Pohly July 10, Miami Herald, 10 July 2025
Noun
  • Because of the sashes, Nina Lem’s Party surpassed its 2023 profits in merely one month.
    Ruth Etiesit Samuel, Essence, 4 June 2025
  • Wearing green sashes, the two men led the Green Movement, when millions protested for some six months.
    Robin Wright, New Yorker, 23 June 2025
Noun
  • He was granted approval to wear a small black ribbon instead.
    Ben Church, CNN Money, 4 July 2025
  • For those watching Detroit real estate development, get ready for more ribbon cuttings, grand openings, and a couple of big groundbreakings in 2025.
    JC Reindl, Freep.com, 3 July 2025

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“Self-belt.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/self-belt. Accessed 13 Jul. 2025.

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