What does BOLTS mean?

bolts 1. Parts of Speech

Noun, Verb

2. Definitions

Noun: a metal pin or rod with a head at one end, used to fasten things together.
Verb: run away suddenly out of control.

3. Pronunciations

US: /boʊlts/

UK: /bəʊlts/

4. Origin and Usage

The word "bolts" originated from Middle English "bolt" which means a short arrow. It has evolved to mean a metal pin or rod with a head at one end, used to fasten things together. The verb form of "bolts" means to run away suddenly out of control. It has been in use since the 14th century.

5. Synonyms

Noun: pin, screw, rivet, fastener, peg
Verb: flee, run away, escape, abscond, decamp

6. Related Words

blots, colts, molts, volts, jolts

7. Example Sentences

Noun:
The carpenter used bolts to fasten the wooden planks together.
She tightened the bolts on the machine to prevent it from shaking.
Verb:
The horse bolts whenever it hears thunder.
The thief bolts from the scene of the crime.