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Gurt — meaning in English

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English meaning

  • belt noun A strip of leather or fabric worn around the waist to hold up clothing or carry items.
  • flange noun A projecting rim or edge on an object, used to add strength or attach it to something else.
  • harness noun A set of straps used to control or support an animal, person, or piece of equipment.
  • webbing noun A strong, tightly woven fabric strip, used for straps and harnesses.

Senses

Gurt is used for these senses in English:

  • belt A band used as a restraint for safety purposes, such as a seat belt.
  • flange An external or internal rib or rim, used either to add strength or to hold something in place.
  • harness (countable) A restraint or support, especially one consisting of a loop or network of rope or straps, and especially one worn by a working animal such as a horse pulling a carriage or farm implement.
  • webbing (military) A belt and shoulder harness with attached pouches used to carry a soldier's equipment, water, ammunition, etc.

belt — full definition

  1. noun A strip of leather or fabric worn around the waist to hold up clothing or carry items.
  2. noun A safety strap that holds a person in place, such as in a car.
  3. noun A looping band that transfers motion or power in a machine.
  4. noun A region known for a particular feature, industry, or crop.
  5. verb Informally, to hit hard, or to sing loudly and powerfully.
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