belly
noun
the front or under part of a vertebrate body from the breastbone to the pelvis, containing the abdominal viscera; the abdomen.
Used to describe actions that started in the past and continue into or have direct relevance to the present.
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No one has bellied up and ordered one yet, but he's hopeful he will soon sell some of the $34.99 ice cream platters.
From Time ● Jul. 22, 2010