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welts

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verb

To roll; revolve

Examples :

"The dough welts smoothly under the rolling pin as she prepares to bake bread. "

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noun

A ridge or lump on the skin, as caused by a blow; a wheal or weal.

Examples :

"The child's legs were covered in red welts after playing in the tall grass. "

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(shoemaking) A strip of leather set into the seam between the outsole of a shoe and the upper, through which these parts are joined by stitching or stapling.

Examples :

"The shoemaker carefully stitched the welts to the upper and outsole, ensuring a durable and waterproof bond. "

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A strip of material or covered cord applied to a seam or garment edge to strengthen or cover it.

Examples :

"The tailor added thick welts around the edges of the backpack to make it more durable. "

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In steam boilers and sheet-iron work, a strip riveted upon the edges of plates that form a butt joint.

Examples :

"The steam boiler's repair involved carefully replacing the rusted welts that held the metal plates together at the butt joint. "

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In carpentry, a strip of wood fastened over a flush seam or joint, or an angle, to strengthen it.

Examples :

"The carpenter added welts to the corners of the wooden box to make it sturdier. "

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In machine-made stockings, a strip, or flap, of which the heel is formed.

Examples :

""The machine-made stockings had strong welts at the heels to prevent them from tearing easily." "

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noun

A narrow border, as of an ordinary, but not extending around the ends.

Examples :

"The old rug had worn welts along the edges of the sides, but the ends were still intact. "

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A feature resembling a welt.

Examples :

"The old leather chair had welts running along the seams, adding to its worn and comfortable look. "

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verb

To cause to have welts, to beat.

Examples :

"The angry farmer threatened to welt the disobedient cow with his thick leather belt. "

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verb

To install welt (a welt or welts) to reinforce.

Examples :

"The craftsman welts the edges of the leather bag to make it more durable. "

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verb

Examples :

"The old photograph showed how the once vibrant flowers had welted, losing their color and shape over time. "

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verb

To become stringy.

Examples :

"The cooked spaghetti had welted, making it difficult to eat. "