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Welter (v. i.)

To roll, as the body of an animal; to tumble about, especially in anything foul or defiling; to wallow.

Welter (v. i.)

To rise and fall, as waves; to tumble over, as billows.

Welter (v. i.)

To wither; to wilt.

Welter (a.)

Of, pertaining to, or designating, the most heavily weighted race in a meeting; as, a welter race; the welter stakes.

Welter (n.)

That in which any person or thing welters, or wallows; filth; mire; slough.

Welter (n.)

A rising or falling, as of waves; as, the welter of the billows; the welter of a tempest.