belting
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/ˈbɛltɪŋ/
English
Definitions
verb
- To encircle.“The small town was belted by cornfields in all directions.”
- To fasten a belt on.“Edgar belted himself in and turned the car's ignition.”
- To invest (a person) with a belt as part of a formal ceremony such as knighthood.
- To hit with a belt.“The child was misbehaving so he was belted as punishment.”
noun
- A beating with a belt.
- A thorough defeat; a thrashing.
- A system of beltwork, as in a conveyor or other mechanical device.
- The material from which belts for machinery are made.
adjective
- Very good; exceptional (can also be used adverbially)“She cooks belting good food.”