cinturón

Definitions of cinturón
  1. noun
    a band to tie or buckle around the body (usually at the waist)
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    canana, cartuchera
    a broad belt with loops or pockets for holding ammunition
    riñonera
    belt with a concealed section for holding money
    cinturón salvavidas, salvavidas
    belt attaching you to some object as a restraint in order to prevent you from getting hurt
    bandolera, bandolero
    a broad cartridge belt worn over the shoulder by soldiers
    cinturón de seguridad
    a safety belt used in a car or plane to hold you in your seat in case of an accident
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    complemento
    clothing that is worn or carried, but not part of your main clothing
  2. noun
    a band of material around the waist that strengthens a skirt or trousers
    synonyms: ceñidor, cinto, pretina
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    faja
    a broad pleated sash worn as formal dress with a tuxedo
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    faja
    a thin flat strip of flexible material that is worn around the body or one of the limbs (especially to decorate the body)
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