Definition of CINCTURE

cincture

Meanings

Plural: cinctures

Noun

  • a band of material around the waist that strengthens a skirt or trousers
  • An enclosure, or the act of enclosing, encircling or encompassing
  • A girdle or belt, especially as part of a vestment
  • The fillet, listel, or band next to the apophyge at the extremity of the shaft of a column.

Verb

  • To encircle, or surround.
  • To girdle (stunt or kill by cutting).

Origin / Etymology

From Latin cinctūra. Cognate with Spanish cintura (“waist”). Doublet of ceinture.

Scrabble Score: 12

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Words With Friends Score: 16

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