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belted

The correct spelling is belted.

How to pronounce belted

verb

IPA: /ˈbɛltɪd/

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The correct spelling is belted. To encircle. For example: "The small town was belted by cornfields in all directions."

Usage Examples

The small town was belted by cornfields in all directions.

Edgar belted himself in and turned the car's ignition.

The child was misbehaving so he was belted as punishment.

Meanings

verb

  1. 1.To encircle.
  2. 2.To fasten a belt on.
  3. 3.To invest (a person) with a belt as part of a formal ceremony such as knighthood.
  4. 4.To hit with a belt.
  5. 5.To scream or sing in a loud manner.

adjective

  1. 1.(of a garment) Fitted with a belt.
  2. 2.Wearing a belt.
  3. 3.(of animals etc.) Characterized by a white band around the body.

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