Meaning & use
cincture
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A belt, cord, or band that encircles something, especially one worn around the waist as part of religious or ceremonial dress.
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The monk's plain white robe was tied at the waist with a rope cincture.
Carved stone cinctures ringed the base of each cathedral column.
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Mostly used in religious, architectural, or literary contexts rather than everyday speech.
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