belly out
The phrase "belly out" describes the action of expanding outward, often in a rounded or curved shape, and can apply to both inanimate objects and actions causing such expansion.
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Definition
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(common)To bulge or swell outward in a rounded shape.
Example
- The sails bellied out as the wind picked up.
- The tent bellied out in the strong wind.
B2General
(common)To cause something to expand or protrude outward.
Example
- The strong breeze bellied out the curtains.
- The artist bellied out the sculpture to give it more volume.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "belly out":
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