Wale
Part of speech: noun
Definition: A ridge or low barrier. A raised rib in knit goods or fabric. (As opposed to course) The texture of a piece of fabric. The outside planking of a wooden ship. (See gunwale) A horizontal timber used for supporting or retaining earth. A ridge on the outside of a horse collar. A ridge or streak produced on skin by a cane or whip. Something selected as being the best, preference; choice.
Part of speech: verb
Definition: To strike the skin in such a way as to produce a wale. to choose, select.
Welt
Part of speech: noun
Definition: A raised mark on the body caused by a blow; a wheal or weal.A strip of leather set into the seam between the outsole of a shoe and the upper, through which these parts are joined by stitching or stapling.A strip of material or covered cord applied to a seam or garment edge to strengthen or cover it.
Part of speech: verb
Definition: To cause to have welts, to beat.To install welt (a welt or welts) to reinforce.