1. past tense of pelt; to strike repeatedly with small objects
Usage: transitive verb
2. past tense of pelt; to move or run quickly
Usage: intransitive verb; informal

Examples

• The children peltered the piñata with sticks until it broke open.
• Hail peltered the roof during the storm.
• She peltered down the hallway to catch the bus.
• Fans peltered the stage with flowers after the performance.
• He peltered through the rain without stopping.
• The crowd peltered the speaker with questions.