cingulum

Latin

noun
Definitions
  • A girdle which encircles the hips; zone, belt; sword-belt; sash.
  • (figuratively) A girdle of the earth; zone.

Etymology

Affix from Latin cingō (gird, encompass, surround).

Origin

Latin

cingō

Gloss

gird, encompass, surround

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