belly laugh

noun

1. a deep, loud, hearty laugh.

belly laugh

noun

1. a loud deep hearty laugh

Word History and Origins

Origin of belly laugh¹

First recorded in 1920–25

Example Sentences

It’s rare that a company’s testimonials page can elicit belly laughs, but then, it’s also rare that a city turns over its complex real estate strategy to a volunteer.

From Voice of San Diego

The mention of marriage causes Zama to break into a belly laugh.

From The Daily Beast

He dressed in a battered leather jacket and jeans and had a big belly laugh.

From The Daily Beast

Can't say I care for that hot-foot and belly-laugh stuff myself, but tastes differ.

From Project Gutenberg