belt up
ریشه و کاربرد
ریشه
The word 'belt' comes from the Old English word 'gyrdan', meaning 'to gird' or 'to encircle'. The use of 'belt up' to mean 'to fasten a seatbelt' originated in the early 20th century, while the use of 'belt up' to mean 'to be quiet' originated in the mid-20th century.
مثال
- Make sure to belt up before the car starts moving.
- The flight attendant reminded everyone to belt up for takeoff.
- The teacher told the noisy students to belt up and pay attention.
ترکیبهای رایج
Belt up the seatbelt Belt up for safety Belt up and listen Belt up and be quiet
تعریف انگلیسی
verb
- refuse to talk or stop talking; fall silent “The children shut up when their father approached” “Somebody ----s”