ENGIRDING Synonyms: 37 Similar and Opposite Words

engirding

verb

present participle of engird, archaic

as in wrapping

to encircle or bind with or as if with a belt her forehead engirded with a band of gold

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wrapping

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If your hair isn’t naturally wavy, use a curling iron to add waves, wrapping sections around the iron in opposite directions for a less polished look.

— Lindy Segal, Glamour, 19 Oct. 2026
Grande is currently taking a break from her public-facing work after wrapping her Eternal Sunshine Tour in early September.

— Anna Chan, Billboard, 19 Oct. 2026

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