belt
belt Lexical Profile
belt Game Scores & Validity
• noun
A flexible strip or band of leather, cloth, or other material, worn around the waist to secure clothing, hold tools, or serve as a decorative accessory.
"He tightened his leather belt by one notch after losing a few pounds."
A continuous loop of flexible material used in machinery to transmit mechanical power or motion between two or more rotating shafts.
"The mechanic had to replace the timing belt in the car engine."
A broad geographical area or region characterized by a specific defining feature, climate, or industry.
"The family drove across the American Farm Belt during their cross-country road trip."
• verb
To fasten, secure, or encircle something using a flexible band or strap.
"She belted her trench coat tightly against the cold wind."
To strike someone or something hard, often with the fist, a heavy object, or a thrown ball.
"The batter stepped up to the plate and belted the ball into the outfield."
To sing a song loudly and forcefully, projecting one's voice with intense energy (often followed by 'out').
"The lead vocalist belted the high notes perfectly during the musical finale."
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Word Origin & Etymology
From Old English 'belt', meaning a belt or girdle, derived from Latin 'balteus', meaning a sword belt.
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