First Known Use: before 12th century
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1belt
noun \ˈbelt\
Definition of BELT
1
a : a strip of flexible material worn especially around the waist as an item of clothing or a means of carrying something (as tools) b : a similar article worn as a corset or for protection or safety or as a symbol of distinction
2
: a continuous band of tough flexible material for transmitting motion and power or conveying materials
3
a : an area characterized by some distinctive feature (as of culture, habitation, geology, or life forms); especially : one suited to a particular crop <the corn belt> b : asteroid belt
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: beltway 1
— belt·ed \ˈbel-təd\ adjective
— belt·less \ˈbelt-ləs\ adjective
— under one's belt
: in one's possession : as part of one's experience
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Origin of BELT
Middle English, from Old English; akin to Old High German balz belt; both from Latin balteus belt
2belt
verb
: to fasten (something) with a belt
: to hit (someone or something) hard
: to sing (a song) in a loud and forceful way
Full Definition of BELT
transitive verb
1
a : to encircle or fasten with a belt b : to strap on
3
: to mark with a band
4
: to sing in a forceful manner or style <belting out popular songs>
5
: to drink quickly <belted down a shot of whisky>
intransitive verb
1
: to move or act in a speedy, vigorous, or violent manner
2
: to sing loudly
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First Known Use of BELT
14th century
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1belt
noun \ˈbelt\
Definition of BELT for Kids
1
: a strip of flexible material (as leather or cloth) worn around a person's body for holding in or supporting something (as clothing or weapons) or for ornament
2
: a flexible endless band running around wheels or pulleys and used for moving or carrying something <a fan belt on a car>
3
: a region suited to or producing something or having some special feature <the corn belt> <a storm belt>
— belt·ed \ˈbel-təd\ adjective <a belted robe>
2belt
verb
belt·edbelt·ing
Definition of BELT for Kids
1
: to put a belt on or around <He belted the child into the car seat.>
2
: to hit hard <The batter belted the ball over the fence.>
3
: to sing in a loud and forceful way <belt out a song>
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