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welter

verb

/ˈwɛltər/

Meaning

to roll or toss about in a confused or disorderly way; to be in turmoil

The city weltered in chaos after the sudden blackout.

roll, toss, wallow, flounder, writhe

calm, order, stability

welter in blood, welter of emotions, welter of papers

to perceive with the eyes; to understand; to meet

To use something incorrectly or for the wrong purpose.

to say something loudly; to telephone someone; to name

to marry someone; to enter into a marriage

to stun or confuse someone temporarily with a shock or surprise

to rent property or equipment for a specified period