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• Bande de matériau, généralement de cuir ou de tissu, portée autour de la taille pour maintenir les vêtements ou porter des objets, ou courroie continue utilisée dans les mécanismes.

A noun referring to a strip of material, typically leather or fabric, worn around the waist to support clothing or carry items, or a continuous band used in machinery.

1. Clothing accessoryA1formal

   A strip of leather, fabric, or other material worn around the waist to hold up clothing or as a fashion accessory.

   Ceinture (vêtement)

   • He tightened his belt before going out.
   • She bought a new leather belt to match her shoes.
   • The belt was too loose, so he had to adjust it.

   Synonymesgirdlesashstrap

2. Mechanical componentB1formaltechnical

   A continuous band of flexible material used to transmit power or convey materials in machinery.

   Courroie (mécanique)

   • The fan belt in the car needs to be replaced.
   • The conveyor belt moved the boxes along the factory floor.
   • A broken belt can stop the entire production line.

   Synonymesbandstrap

3. Geographical regionB2formal

   A distinct area or zone characterized by specific features or activities.

   ceinture géographique

   • The Corn Belt in the United States is known for growing maize.
   • The Rust Belt experienced a decline in manufacturing.
   • The Sun Belt attracts many retirees due to its warm climate.

   Synonymesareabandregionstriptractzone

• Verbe utilisé pour désigner l'action de frapper quelqu'un ou quelque chose avec force, ou de chanter ou jouer de la musique fort et énergiquement.

A verb used to indicate the act of hitting or striking someone or something with force, or to sing or play music loudly and energetically.

1. To sing loudlyB2informal

   To sing a song with great force and volume, often in a powerful or passionate manner.

   chanter à pleins poumons

   • She belted out the national anthem at the stadium.
   • He belted the song at the top of his lungs.
   • The singer belted the chorus with incredible energy.

   Synonymesbellowbelt outroarscreamthunderwail

   Antonymescroonmurmurwhisper

2. To hit hardB2informal

   To strike someone or something with a lot of force.

   frapper violemment

   • He belted the ball over the fence.
   • The boxer belted his opponent in the first round.
   • She accidentally belted her brother while swinging her arms.

   Synonymesbashbatterbeatcloutcuffpoundpummelpunchslugsmacksockstrikethrashthumpwallopwhack

3. To move quicklyB2informalbritish

   To travel or move at a very high speed.

   filer à toute allure

   • The car belted down the highway.
   • He belted along the track to catch the train.
   • They belted through the city to make it on time.

   Synonymesdashflyhurtleracerushspeedsprinttearwhizzoom

   Antonymesamblecrawldawdleloiterplodsaunterstrolltrudge

Variantes phrasalbelt alongbelt downbelt outbelt up