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Meaning:

Noun:

  • A band that is used in a machine to help transfer motion or power.
  • A band used as a restraint for safety purposes, such as a seat belt.
  • A band worn around the waist to hold clothing to one's body (usually pants), hold weapons (such as a gun or sword), or serve as a decorative piece of clothing.
  • A powerful blow, often made with a fist or heavy object.
  • A quick drink of liquor.
  • (baseball) The lower boundary of the strike zone.
  • capitalized A geographical region known for a particular product or feature (''Corn Belt'', ''Bible Belt'').

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Verb:

  • transitive|baseball To hit a pitched ball a long distance, usually for a home run.
  • transitive|slang To hit someone or something.
  • intransitive To move very fast
  • transitive and intransitive To scream or sing in a loud manner.
  • transitive To drink quickly, often in gulps.
  • transitive To encircle.
  • transitive To fasten a belt.
  • transitive To hit with a belt.

Source: Wiktionary | Src Info »