Meaning of the word "garter belt" in English

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garter belt

US /ˈɡɑːr.t̬ɚ ˌbelt/
UK /ˈɡɑːr.t̬ɚ ˌbelt/
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Noun

1.

a belt, typically made of elasticized fabric, worn around the waist or hips to hold up stockings with suspenders

Example:
She wore a delicate lace garter belt under her evening gown.
The vintage shop had a collection of old garter belts.
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