Beltwise

/ˈbɛltwaɪz/ adverb, adjective

In the direction or manner of a belt; encircling or circular in orientation.

From 'belt' + '-wise' (suffix meaning 'in the manner of' or 'in the direction of'). The '-wise' suffix comes from Old English 'wisan' (to show, point).

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