to belt up
Pronunciation
/bˈɛlt ˈʌp/
British pronunciation
/bˈɛlt ˈʌp/

Definition & Meaning of "belt up"in English

to belt up
[phrase form: belt]
01

to suddenly become silent or stop talking

to belt up definition and meaning
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Examples
The boss expected the employees to belt up and get back to work.
The teacher signaled for the class to belt up and prepare for the lesson.
02

to secure oneself in a vehicle by putting on a seat belt

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The responsible driver always ensures that passengers belt up before hitting the road.
The mom reminded her kids to belt up before starting the car.
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