belly
/ˈbɛli/ verb C2- To position one’s belly; to move on one’s belly.
- To swell and become protuberant; to bulge or billow. · 1917 rev. 1925 Ezra Pound, "Canto I" winds from sternward Bore us onward with bellying canvas ...
- To cause to swell out; to fill.
He/she/it bellies · Past bellied · Past participle bellied · -ing form bellying
Verb forms
- Base form
- belly
- He/she/it
- bellies
- Past
- bellied
- Past participle
- bellied
- -ing form
- bellying
Phrasal verbs and expressions
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## The Belly and the Members
THE MEMBERS of the Body rebelled against the Belly, and said, “Why should we be perpetually engaged in administering to your wants, while you do nothing but take your rest, and enjoy yourself in luxury and self-indulgence?” The Members carried out their resolve and refused their assistance to the Belly.
It is full of fine oats, which I have left untouched for you, as you are a friend whom I would love to hear enjoying good eating.” The Horse replied, “If oats had been the food of wolves, you would never have indulged your ears at the cost of your belly.”
His face was—how shall I describe it?—it was of a fish-belly whiteness.
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