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welts

Pronunciation: [wɛlts]

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Learn how to use welts in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “health”

(noun) welts are raised marks on the skin. They often happen when you get stung by an insect or if you scratch yourself hard. They can be itchy or painful.

Example

After playing outside, I noticed some welts on my arm from the bug bites.

Example

I didn't have any welts on my skin after the picnic, which was nice.

Example

Do you have any welts from those mosquito bites?

Context: “physical action”

(verb) to welt someone means to hit them hard enough that a mark is left on their skin, like a bruise or a raised spot. It can happen if someone gets whipped or hit with something.

Example

The horse's tail caused a welt on my leg when it swished past me.

Example

I didn't welt my friend during the playful match; we were just having fun.

Example

Did that stick welt you when it hit your arm?

How to pronounce welts

Pronunciation: [wɛlts]

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