1. to encircle or gird about; to surround with or as if with a belt or band
Usage: archaic or literary

Examples

• The ancient wall begirdles the old city.
• Mountains begirdle the valley on all sides.
• A rope begirdles the package to keep it secure.
• The river begirdles the island like a natural moat.
• Fortifications begirdle the castle to protect it from invasion.