What does PELTS mean?

Heres the dictionary-style entry for "pelts": pelts

Part of Speech: Noun, Verb

Definition:

• (Noun) The skins of animals with the fur or hair still on them.
• (Verb) To hit someone or something with great force.

Pronunciation (US): /pɛlts/

Pronunciation (UK): /pɛlts/

Origin and Usage:

• The word "pelts" originated from the Old English word "pilte," which means "skin." It has been used in English since the 14th century.
• The noun form of "pelts" refers to the skins of animals, while the verb form means to hit something or someone with great force.

Synonyms:

• (Noun) Hides, furs, skins.
• (Verb) Beat, strike, smack.

Related Words:

• Belts
• Felts
• Melts
• Smelt
• Welts

Example Sentences:

• The trapper sold his pelts to the highest bidder.
• The boxer pelted his opponent with a barrage of punches.