Pronunciation: /bɛlt/
noun a strip of leather or other material worn around the waist to support clothes or carry weapons
A1 She wore a belt with her dress.
A2 He tightened his belt to make his pants fit better.
B1 The belt on the machine needed to be replaced.
B2 She won the karate tournament and received a black belt.
C1 The championship boxer's belt was on display in the trophy case.
C2 The fashion designer's latest collection featured statement belts.
verb to fasten or secure with a belt
A1 She belts her dress to make it fit better.
A2 He belts his jacket before going out in the cold.
B1 The mechanic belts the engine to secure it in place.
B2 The singer belts out the high notes with ease.
C1 The boxer belts his opponent with a powerful punch.
C2 The chef belts out orders to the kitchen staff during the busy dinner service.
formal She cinched her waist with a leather belt to complete her professional look.
informal I always forget to wear a belt with my jeans, and then spend the day pulling them up.
slang That belt is so dope, where did you get it?
figurative He tightened his belt and prepared for the financial challenges ahead.
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