gird

gird is a   Noun

Definition:

[1] A stroke with a rod or switch; a severe spasm; a twinge; a pang. Conscience . . . is freed from many fearful girds and twinges which the atheist feels. Tillotson.

[2] A cut; a sarcastic remark; a gibe; a sneer. I thank thee for that gird, good Tranio. Shak.

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