bellyband

• Substantivo que designa uma faixa ou cinta de tecido usada ao redor da cintura, frequentemente em bebês até a cicatrização do umbigo, ou uma correia ao redor da barriga de um animal de tração que prende os varais da carroça.

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.

   Faixa umbilical

   • 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.

   Correia de barrigueira

   • 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.

   Sinônimosgirth