Thesaurus results for SELF-BELT

self-belt

noun

ˈself-ˈbelt

Definition of self-belt

as in belt

a strip of flexible material (as leather) worn around the waist the self-belt is covered with the same faux suede as the dress

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Recent Examples of self-belt Sacai toned down its unconventional fits and focused on relaxed jeans with self-belts. — Angela Velasquez, Footwear News, 9 July 2026 The pocket detail is repeated on denim midi skirts with front slits and self-belts. — Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 13 Jan. 2025

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Noun

Goodwill’s petite styling guidance recommends using belts to give oversized clothing more shape.

— Ashley Lynch, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 16 Oct. 2026
The 29-year-old out of Northern Colorado has 97 NFL games under his belt, spread over three seasons in Denver and another three in Las Vegas.

— Matt Reigle OutKick, FOXNews.com, 16 Oct. 2026

Definition of belt

Noun

Video shared by an activist at the scene, Amit Orfali, shows the French mayor, wearing a tricolor sash, leaning against a vehicle while sitting on the dusty ground.

— ABC News, ABC News, 17 Oct. 2026
Drafts, fogged panes and sticking sashes can affect indoor comfort and energy use, while repair costs may add up as problems persist.

— Samantha Agate, Miami Herald, 5 Oct. 2026

Definition of sash

Noun

Shelton, meanwhile, hadn’t realized she was supposed to run through a ribbon.

— Vivian Yao, Baltimore Sun, 17 Oct. 2026
The antenna-like element towering above her head was a structured, sculptural ribbon headpiece custom-designed by the legendary British milliner Philip Treacy, who was honored with the award of excellence at the event.

— Karla Rodriguez, Footwear News, 16 Oct. 2026

Definition of ribbon

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