bolt
bolt
boʊlt
bowlt
British pronunciation
/bˈə‍ʊlt/

Definition & Meaning of "bolt"in English

Bolt
01

a piece of metal like a thick nail without a point that used to secure assembled parts by passing through holes and tightening with a nut

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bolt definition and meaning
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I need to tighten the bolt on the bicycle wheel.
Make sure to secure the furniture to the wall with bolts.
02

a roll of fabric or cloth that is typically sold in a store and can vary in length depending on the manufacturer or supplier

bolt definition and meaning

What is a "bolt"?

A bolt is a long roll or cylinder of fabric or material that typically measures around 40 to 100 yards in length and is used to cut and create multiple garments or other textile products. Bolts are typically stored upright on shelves or racks and are often wrapped in plastic or other protective material to prevent dust or damage. Bolts come in various widths and are made of a variety of materials, including cotton, silk, wool, or synthetic fibers. They are an important component of the textile industry and are used in a wide range of applications, from fashion and apparel to home décor and upholstery.

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The dressmaker purchased a bolt of silk to create a stunning gown.
The fashion designer unrolled a bolt of colorful fabric to examine its pattern.
03

a sliding piece in a lock that is moved to fasten or release it

bolt definition and meaning
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He slid the bolt to lock the door.
The bolt of the gate was rusty and hard to move.
04

a sudden, intense discharge of electricity from the sky, often accompanied by thunder

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A bolt struck the tree during the storm.
The hikers ran for cover when a bolt lit up the sky.
05

an act of moving quickly

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The horse made a sudden bolt toward the fence.
In panic, the crowd made a bolt for the exits.
06

the part of a breech-loading firearm that ejects spent cartridges, loads new ones, and secures the breech

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He operated the rifle 's bolt to chamber a round.
The bolt of the gun jammed during practice.
07

an abrupt departure, especially from an organization or group

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The senator 's bolt from the party shocked his colleagues.
A bolt of employees left the company after the announcement.
to bolt
01

to secure things together by using a metal pin that fits into a corresponding metal hole

Transitive: to bolt sth to a support structure
to bolt definition and meaning
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The blacksmith expertly bolted the heavy gate to its frame, ensuring stability.
The carpenter carefully bolted the new shelf to the wall to prevent it from falling.
02

to depart quickly and unexpectedly

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to bolt definition and meaning
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Startled by the unwelcome confrontation, he decided to bolt from the party without saying a word.
As soon as the alarm sounded, employees began to bolt from the building in an orderly evacuation.
03

to move or run away quickly and unexpectedly

Intransitive: to bolt | to bolt somewhere
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Startled by the loud noise, the deer bolted into the nearby woods.
As the thunderstorm approached, the cat bolted under the bed in fear.
04

to consume food quickly and without taking the time to chew it thoroughly

Transitive: to bolt food
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Hungry and in a rush, he bolted his breakfast, barely tasting the food.
The students, eager to get to their next class, bolted their snacks during the short break.
05

to flee or escape abruptly

Intransitive: to bolt from a place
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The prisoner managed to unlock the door and bolted from the jail, taking a guard hostage.
In a daring move, the thief bolted from the scene of the crime, carrying a bag of stolen goods.
bolt
01

in a stiff, inflexible, or unyielding manner

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He stood bolt upright during the inspection.
The statue's arm was bolt still.
02

in a straight, immediate, or direct manner

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The car went bolt across the intersection.
He ran bolt for the finish line.
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