gird
gird
verb
To prepare oneself for action, especially for a difficult task.
"They girded their loins for the arduous journey."
verb
To fasten or encircle something with a belt or band.
"The knight girded his sword about his waist."
Thesaurus
Synonyms: arm, fortify, build up, encircle, girdle
Antonyms: demilitarise, demilitarize, disarm