noun
General Slang
Belter
/ˈbɛltə/ · noun · slang
Something excellent or a brilliant moment — a goal, a night out, a tune.
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Definitions
1
Something outstanding or excellent.
“What a belter of a goal that was.”
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2
A catchy or brilliant song.
“This tune's a belter, turn it up.”
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3
A great night out or event.
“Last night was an absolute belter.”
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Belter In A Sentence
Sunset's a belter tonight, get a photo.
Her speech was a belter, had everyone in stitches.
Scored a belter from thirty yards in the five-a-side.
Origin & Usage
From 'belt' (to hit hard or sing loudly), used across Scotland and northern England for anything impressive. 'To belt out a song' shares the root.
People Also Ask
What does 'belter' mean?
It means something excellent — a brilliant goal, a great night, or a top tune can all be a belter.
What does 'a belter of a night' mean?
It means a really great night out.
Where is 'belter' used?
Across Scotland and northern England, and increasingly UK-wide in football and music chat.
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