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belting

The correct spelling is belting.

How to pronounce belting

verb

IPA: /ˈbɛltɪŋ/

Say it like: Bel-tin-g

The correct spelling is belting. 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.

noun

  1. 1.A beating with a belt.
  2. 2.A thorough defeat; a thrashing.
  3. 3.A system of beltwork, as in a conveyor or other mechanical device.
  4. 4.The material from which belts for machinery are made.

adjective

  1. 1.Very good; exceptional (can also be used adverbially)

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