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# gird
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## Definition
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The term "gird" means to fasten something around something else. It often refers to using a belt or sash around the waist to keep a robe or tunic in place.
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* The common biblical idiom, "gird up your loins" means to tuck the bottom of your garment into your belt to allow the legs to move easily.
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* "Girding" can also mean to surround something in a circle.
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* The idiom, "gird up the loins" could be translated using an idiom in the target language that has the same meaning. Or it could be translated nonfiguratively as, "prepare yourself for action" or "get yourself ready."
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* The term "girded with" could be translated as "encircled by" or wrapped with" or "belted with."
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