Meaning of the word "belt up" in English

What does "belt up" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

belt up

US /belt ʌp/

UK /belt ʌp/

to fasten your seatbelt in a car or aircraft

Example:

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Make sure everyone belts up before we start driving.

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The flight attendant reminded passengers to belt up for landing.

Synonym:

fasten seatbelt buckle up

(informal, British) to stop talking or be quiet

Example:

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Oh, belt up, will you? I'm trying to concentrate.

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He told the noisy kids to belt up.

Synonym:

shut up be quiet pipe down hush zip it

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