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belt

British pronunciation/bˈɛlt/
American pronunciation/ˈbɛɫt/
Belt
[NOUN]
1

a long and narrow item that we usually wear around our waist to hold our clothes in place or to decorate our outfit

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belt definition and meaning

What is a "belt"?

A belt is a flexible strap or band typically made of leather, fabric, or synthetic material that is worn around the waist to secure clothing or hold up pants. Belts come in a variety of styles and sizes, with varying buckle designs and widths. Some belts are plain and utilitarian, while others feature decorative elements such as studs, embossing, or stitching. Belts can be used to add a pop of color or contrast to an outfit or to create a more fitted or structured silhouette. Additionally, belts can serve a practical purpose, such as holding tools or accessories on a work belt or providing support for a weightlifting belt during exercise.

2

endless loop of flexible material between two rotating shafts or pulleys

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3

an elongated region where a specific condition or characteristic is found

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4

a vigorous blow

synonyms : bang
bash
knock
smash
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5

the act of hitting vigorously

synonyms : knock
rap
whack
whang
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6

ammunition (usually of small caliber) loaded in flexible linked strips for use in a machine gun

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7

a path or strip (as cut by one course of mowing)

synonyms : swath
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to belt
[VERB]
MAIN VERB
1

deliver a blow to

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2

sing loudly and forcefully

synonyms : belt out
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3

fasten with a belt

antonyms : unbelt
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Examples
1During the recession, many families had to tighten their belts and cut back on unnecessary expenses.
2My brother always wears a belt with his pants to keep them from falling down.
3With several successful projects under her belt, she's definitely on the way to becoming a top executive.
4The store offers a wide selection of fashion accessories, including belts, scarves, and hats.
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