Definition
(No hitting) below the belt!: (Don't attack your opponent) with an illegal or unfair move!
a belt: a strip of leather or material worn around the waist to keep trousers in place
- "Your comments were below the belt."
- "Your comments were below the belt, I'm afraid you're disqualified."
Still unsure of the best way to use 'Below the belt'? Improve your English thanks to our online English lessons. We offer a free test as well as a free level assessment!
What our users say:
Test your English with Gymglish today and get a free level assessment
Absolutely free - no strings attached.