What does BELLY mean?

Parts of Speech:

Noun

Definitions:

1. The front part of the human trunk below the ribs, containing the stomach and bowels.
2. The stomach or appetite for food.
3. The rounded underside of a ship or aircraft.

Pronunciations:

• US: /ˈbɛli/
• UK: /ˈbɛli/

Origin and Usage:

The word "belly" originated from the Old English word "belg" which means bag or pouch. It has been used to describe the front part of the human trunk since the 14th century. The word has also been used to describe the rounded underside of a ship or aircraft since the 16th century.

Synonyms:

• Abdomen
• Tummy
• Stomach
• Gut

Related Words:

• Belly
• Bloom
• Blunt
• Blaze
• Braid

Example Sentences:

1. He rubbed his belly after eating a large meal.
2. The thought of food made her belly growl.
3. The belly of the ship was damaged during the storm.