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.
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Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 13 Jan. 2025
Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 13 Jan. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for self-belt
Noun
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His costumes alone are a wonder, a series of bell-bottom jumpsuits, many of them accented with elegant high, Revolutionary War-era collars and cinched with macramé belts, their fringe swinging in time with his hips.—
Stephanie Zacharek,
Time,
20 Feb. 2026
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People leave relaxed and loose, their eyes heavy and belts tight.—
Natasha Pickowicz,
Vogue,
20 Feb. 2026
Noun
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But the winning sash opened doors Chopra Jonas hadn’t imagined walking through.—
Tatiana Siegel,
Variety,
11 Feb. 2026
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The star wore a silver sequined, off-the-shoulder gown with a long satin sash.—
Janelle Ash,
FOXNews.com,
31 Jan. 2026
Noun
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Too many competing elements, like flags, plaques, or seasonal ribbons distract from the home.—
Angelika Pokovba,
Martha Stewart,
22 Feb. 2026
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Her strapless gown was sideless and backless, held up with a ribbon tied around her chest.—
Meg Walters,
InStyle,
22 Feb. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Self-belt.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/self-belt. Accessed 25 Feb. 2026.
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