The Clue
Encircles (5 letter answer)
The Answer
BELTS
Tags
Notes
The answer BELTS is rarely seen, appearing only about once every 1000 puzzles.
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Definition
BELT as a noun:
1. endless loop of flexible material between two rotating shafts or pulleys
2. a band to tie or buckle around the body (usually at the waist)
3. an elongated region where a specific condition is found; "a belt of high pressure"
4. (knock, bash, bang, smash, belt) = a vigorous blow; "the sudden knock floored him"; "he took a bash right in his face"; "he got a bang on the head"
5. (swath, belt) = a path or strip (as cut by one course of mowing)
6. (knock, belt, rap, whack, whang) = the act of hitting vigorously; "he gave the table a whack"
BELT as a verb:
1. (belt out, belt) = sing loudly and forcefully
2. deliver a blow to; "He belted his opponent"
3. fasten with a belt; "belt your trousers"