garter > define

noun

• A band (usually elastic) worn around the leg to hold up a stocking (or around the arm to hold up a sleeve.
  • synonyms: supporter

verb

• Fasten with or as if with a garter. .

• (n.) A band used to prevent a stocking from slipping down on the leg.
• (n.) The distinguishing badge of the highest order of knighthood in Great Britain, called the Order of the Garter, instituted by Edward III.; also, the Order itself.
• (n.) Same as Bendlet.
• (v.t.) To invest with the Order of the Garter.
• (v.t.) To bind with a garter.