Definition of welt
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1 : a strip between a shoe sole and upper through which they are stitched or stapled together
2 : a doubled edge, strip, insert, or seam (as on a garment) for ornament or reinforcement
3a : a ridge or lump raised on the body (as by a blow or allergic reaction)
b : a heavy blow
welt
verbwelted; welting; welts
Definition of welt (Entry 2 of 2)
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The first known use of welt was in the 15th century
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