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gar·ter
/ˈgɑɚtɚ/ noun, pl -ters [count]
1 : an elastic band of material that is worn around the leg to hold up a stocking or sock
2 US : a piece of material that hangs down from a woman's underwear and that is used to hold up a stocking — called also (Brit) suspender

Useful english dictionary. 2012.