Meaning of the word pelting in English

What does pelting mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

pelting

US /ˈpɛltɪŋ/
UK /ˈpɛltɪŋ/

Verb

throw (something) at (someone or something) with force

Example:
The children were pelting each other with snowballs.
Rain was pelting down on the roof.
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