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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Pair some dark brown boots with tall black socks and a chunky belt (or two) to accentuate the color contrast.—
Abby Morgan Lebet,
Glamour,
5 Sep. 2025
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From fighter to far-right figurehead McGregor, one of the UFC’s most famous stars, became the first fighter to hold two of the championship’s belts simultaneously in November 2016 and holds a 22-6 career record.—
Miranda Jeyaretnam,
Time,
5 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Leni walked the carpet in a black version of the gown, but without the sash across her body and with straps.—
Lori A Bashian,
FOXNews.com,
30 Aug. 2025
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Natalia's graduation sash also included her father's sheath logo on the top left.—
Natasha Dye,
People.com,
19 Aug. 2025
Noun
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Among the schools was TCU, whose players and coaches also wore green ribbons on their lapels at Big 12 Media Days back in July, less than a week after the flood.—
Matthew Adams,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
8 Sep. 2025
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The first lady attended the exhibition’s ribbon cutting ceremony last month, where Berry presented her with a bouquet of flowers made from waste textile fabrics.—
Angela Velasquez,
Sourcing Journal,
8 Sep. 2025
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“Self-belt.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/self-belt. Accessed 9 Sep. 2025.
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