Belt Definition & Meaning
belt
- noun
- endless loop of flexible material between two rotating shafts or pulleys
- a band to tie or buckle around the body (usually at the waist)
- an elongated region where a specific condition or characteristic is found; "a belt of high pressure"
- a vigorous blow; "the sudden knock floored him"; "he took a bash right in his face"; "he got a bang on the head"
- a path or strip (as cut by one course of mowing)
- ammunition (usually of small caliber) loaded in flexible linked strips for use in a machine gun
- the act of hitting vigorously; "he gave the table a whack"
- verb
- sing loudly and forcefully
- deliver a blow to; "He belted his opponent"
- fasten with a belt; "belt your trousers"
"Belt" in song lyrics
See how belt is used in real songs:
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"Then I'll stick a dub in ya garter belt"
69 Boyz — Booty Drop -
"And I'ma hit you below the belt"
69 Boyz f/ 95 South — Ding Dong Song -
"Yo, on the real, I got skills like a fifth degree black belt"
Above the Law — Encore
Words that rhyme with belt
Usage tips for "belt"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "belt" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for belt to find words that pair well.