Associations to the word «Bellyband»

Wiktionary

BELLYBAND, noun. A strap around the belly of a horse (or other draught animal) to which is secured a saddle or the shafts of a cart
BELLYBAND, noun. A band worn around the waist of a baby to protect the navel
BELLYBAND, noun. (nautical) A band of canvas, to strengthen a sail.

Dictionary definition

BELLYBAND, noun. A cloth band that is worn around the waist (as on infants until the navel has healed).
BELLYBAND, noun. A strap around the belly of a draft animal holding the shafts of a wagon.

Wise words

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