belt

/bɛlt/
verb
  1. To hit or strike forcefully.
    • She belted the drum hard during the performance.
    • He belted the ball over the fence for a home run.
    • The boxer belted his opponent with a powerful punch.
  2. To sing or play loudly and with energy.
    • The band belted a classic rock song to the cheering crowd.
    • He belted the chorus at the top of his lungs.
    • The singer belted out the national anthem.
  3. To fasten or secure with a belt.
    • He belted on his sword before leaving.
    • She belted her coat tightly against the wind.
    • The worker belted the cargo to keep it from shifting.
noun
  1. A strip of leather, cloth, or other material worn around the waist to hold up clothing or as an accessory.
    • He tightened his belt before going out.
    • She wore a black belt with her dress.
    • My belt is too loose; I need to make another hole.
  2. A continuous band of material used for moving objects or transmitting power in machinery.
    • The car's fan belt snapped and the engine overheated.
    • A rubber belt connects the motor to the wheel.
    • The conveyor belt moved boxes across the warehouse.
  3. A region or area with a particular characteristic or activity.
    • The Corn Belt is known for growing maize.
    • Many factories are located in the Rust Belt.
    • The Sun Belt attracts retirees with its warm climate.
  4. A seat belt in a vehicle.
    • She always wears her belt when driving.
    • Please fasten your belt before takeoff.
    • The car beeps if you don't buckle your belt.
  5. A band of color or marking that goes around something.
    • The planet Saturn has a prominent belt of rings.
    • A belt of trees separated the two fields.
    • The bird has a white belt across its chest.
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