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Definition of Pelter
1. Noun. A heavy rain.
Exact synonyms: Cloudburst, Deluge, Downpour, Soaker, Torrent, Waterspout
Generic synonyms: Rain, Rainfall
Derivative terms: Deluge, Deluge, Pelt, Soak, Torrential
Generic synonyms: Rain, Rainfall
Derivative terms: Deluge, Deluge, Pelt, Soak, Torrential
2. Noun. A thrower of missiles. "The police were too busy to chase the pelters"
Definition of Pelter
1. n. One who pelts.
2. n. A pinchpenny; a mean, sordid person; a miser; a skinflint.
Definition of Pelter
1. to pelt [v -ED, -ING, -S] - See also: pelt
Medical Definition of Pelter
1. A pinchpenny; a mean, sordid person; a miser; a skinflint. "Let such pelters prate." Source: Websters Dictionary (01 Mar 1998)