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Girth Definition & Meaning

girth
noun
  1. the distance around a person's body
  2. stable gear consisting of a band around a horse's belly that holds the saddle in place
verb
  1. tie a cinch around; "cinch horses"

"Girth" in song lyrics

See how girth is used in real songs:

  • "In heaven and earth, barcodes to measure my girth"
    Jedi Mind Tricks f/ Goretex, Tragedy Khadafi — Kublai Khan
  • "I'm a dartsmen, I put 'em through ya girth"
    Shyheim f/ Chunk Amillo, Desert Eagle — Look at My Back
  • "penis girth"
    AOL — AOL

Usage tips for "girth"

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Frequently asked questions

What does girth mean?
the distance around a person's body stable gear consisting of a band around a horse's belly that holds the saddle in place tie a cinch around; "cinch horses"
What part of speech is girth?
Girth is a noun and a verb.
How many definitions does girth have?
Girth has 3 definitions across 2 parts of speech (noun, verb).

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