Word Pronunciation & Dictionary

bolthole

Word Rarity Very rare

Frequency: Zipf frequency 1.31 in modern English

Syllables
bolt-hole
IPA
13
Scrabble Score
8
Letters
2
Syllables
6
Unique Chars

Meaning

noun

A hole in an animal’s den, or through a wall or fence, used for escape or emergency exit, i.e., a hole the animal may bolt through.

noun

A second home, etc., where one can seek an escape or refuge from the stresses of everyday life.

Example Sentences

Etymology

From bolt + hole.

Inflected Forms

Questions

What does bolthole mean?
A hole in an animal’s den, or through a wall or fence, used for escape or emergency exit, i.e., a hole the animal may bolt through.
Where does bolthole come from?
From bolt + hole.

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