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garter

/ˈɡɑːrtər/ noun · British & US
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What does garter mean?

noun

A strip of fabric or elastic used to hold up a stocking or a similar article of clothing. A garter is also a type of strap or band used to secure something, especially a horse's leg.

Example

"She wore a garter to keep her stocking up during the wedding."

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