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
3
a
: a ridge or lump raised on the body (as by a blow or allergic reaction)
b
: a heavy blow
welted; welting; welts
Examples of welt in a Sentence
Noun
I'll hand ye a few welts with me stick and then we'll see how ye feel!
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Mikelle Street, Footwear News, 24 May 2025
The two most common types are hives—raised welts that are itchy, red, and uncomfortable—and eczema, which is characterized by dry, itchy, and inflamed skin.
—Angela Haupt, Time, 2 May 2025
Stephen Garner, Footwear News, 22 May 2025
This reaction may look like a small bump or welt at the site.
—Jennifer Welsh Published, Verywell Health, 3 Feb. 2025
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Noun
Her skort was made of houndstooth and included front welt pockets.
—Mikelle Street, Footwear News, 24 May 2025
The two most common types are hives—raised welts that are itchy, red, and uncomfortable—and eczema, which is characterized by dry, itchy, and inflamed skin.
—Angela Haupt, Time, 2 May 2025
Verb
The result is the all-new Adirondack Low Hiker, which updates the original in three SKUs and features a Goodyear welt, EVA midsole, and matte black hardware, all anchored by the distinctive bold blue laces.
—Stephen Garner, Footwear News, 22 May 2025
This reaction may look like a small bump or welt at the site.
—Jennifer Welsh Published, Verywell Health, 3 Feb. 2025
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“Welt.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/welt. Accessed 4 Jun. 2025.
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welt
noun
: a ridge or lump raised on the body (as by a blow or an allergic reaction)
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