corsetto — meaning in English

English meaning

• corset noun A tight, structured undergarment worn to shape the waist and torso.
• girdle noun A belt or band worn around the waist, especially one that supports stockings.

Senses

corsetto is used for these senses in English:

• corset A woman's foundation garment, reinforced with stays, that supports the waistline, hips and bust.
• girdle A belt or sash at the waist, often used to support stockings or hosiery.

corset — full definition

1. noun A tight, structured undergarment worn to shape the waist and torso.
2. verb To restrict or confine tightly, as a corset does.

girdle — full definition

1. noun A belt or band worn around the waist, especially one that supports stockings.
2. noun A tight, shaping undergarment worn to slim the waist, hips, or thighs.
3. verb To encircle or bind something tightly around, as with a belt.
4. verb (of a tree) To cut a ring of bark from the trunk, usually to kill it.

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