seat belt
Americannoun
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seat belts
plural
noun
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Also called: safety belt. a belt or strap worn in a vehicle to restrain forward motion in the event of a collision
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a similar belt or strap worn in an aircraft at takeoff and landing and in rough weather
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Etymology
Origin of seat belt
First recorded in 1945–50
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They can provide a sense of safety in emergencies, such as an accident, when you may have to cut a seat belt or break a window to escape.
From MarketWatch ● Aug. 20, 2026
The cancellation of a flight in Canada after a child refused to wear a seat belt has reignited a debate about the etiquette and safety procedures relating to children travelling on planes.
From BBC ● Aug. 10, 2026
Upon walking up to the vehicle, the officer saw the “passenger” was a jacket wrapped around the front seat with a seat belt fastened to resemble a person.
From Los Angeles Times ● Mar. 17, 2026
“They could charge for everything but the seat belt and the lavatory,” he said.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jan. 14, 2026
Imagine going up on a roller coaster, but with no seat belt, no car, no track, and no sense of security besides your grip.
From "Kwame Crashes the Underworld" by Craig Kofi Farmer
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