bellyband

English

noun
Definitions
  • (equestrianism) A strap around the belly of a horse or other draft animal used to secure a saddle or the shafts of a cart.
  • (fashion) Various constrictive bands worn around the belly, particularly:
  • (nautical) A band of canvas used to strengthen a sail.
  • A type of dust jacket that covers only a portion of a book.

Etymology

Affix from English belly + English band (swaddling clothes).

Origin

English

band

Gloss

swaddling clothes

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