Meaning of the word welter in English
What does welter mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
welter
US /ˈwel.t̬ɚ/
UK /ˈwel.tər/
Noun
a large number of items in no order; a jumble
Example:
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The room was a welter of papers, books, and clothes.
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He found himself in a welter of emotions after the news.
Verb
to lie, roll, or wallow in something, especially mud or water
Example:
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The pigs weltered in the mud.
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The ship weltered in the stormy seas.