bellyband

• Sustantivo que designa una faja de tela que se coloca alrededor de la cintura, a menudo usada en bebés hasta que cicatriza el ombligo, o una correa o cincha que rodea el abdomen de un animal de tiro para sujetar los tirantes del carro.

A noun referring to a cloth band worn around the waist, often used on infants until the navel heals, or a strap around the belly of a draft animal that holds the shafts of a wagon.

1. Infant cloth bandC1formal

   A soft cloth band worn around the waist of an infant, typically used to protect or support the healing navel area.

   Faja umbilical para bebé

   • The nurse carefully wrapped the bellyband around the newborn.
   • Traditional bellybands are still used in some cultures for infants.
   • She made sure the bellyband was snug but not too tight.

2. Draft animal strapC1formal

   A strap that goes around the belly of a draft animal, such as a horse or ox, to hold the shafts of a wagon or cart in place.

   Correa ventral para animales de tiro

   • The farmer adjusted the bellyband on the horse before hitching the wagon.
   • A worn bellyband can cause discomfort to the animal.
   • He checked the bellyband to ensure the cart was secure.

   Sinónimosgirth