Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
bolted
verb/adjective
/boʊltɪd/
Definition
Fastened or secured in a strong manner, often using a bolt.
Examples
- He bolted the door before going to bed.
- The horse bolted when it heard the loud noise.
Meaning
To bolt means to secure something with a bolting mechanism, or in a different context, it can refer to moving away suddenly or quickly.
Synonyms
- fastened
- secured
- locked
- rushed
- fleed
