welt
1. welt \'welt\ n [ME welte] 1: a strip between a shoe sole and upper through which they are stitched or stapled together 2: a doubled edge, strip, insert, or seam for ornament or reinforcement 3: a ridge or lump raised on the body usu. by a blow; also : a heav y blow 2. welt vt 1: to furnish with a welt 2a: to raise a welt on the body of 2b: to hit hard