BOLTS
/bəʊlts/
5-letter word · 7 Scrabble points · 9 Words With Friends points
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Meaning of BOLTS
noun
- A (usually) metal fastener consisting of a cylindrical body that is threaded, with a larger head on one end. It can be inserted into an unthreaded hole up to the head, with a nut then threaded on the other end; a heavy machine screw.
- A sliding pin or bar in a lock or latch mechanism.
verb
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To connect or assemble pieces using a bolt.
"Bolt the vice to the bench."
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To secure a door by locking or barring it.
"Bolt the door."
noun
- A sieve, especially a long fine sieve used in milling for bolting flour and meal; a bolter.
verb
- To sift, especially through a cloth.
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To sift the bran and germ from wheat flour.
"Graham flour is unbolted flour."
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Anagrams of BOLTS
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About the word BOLTS
Is "BOLTS" a valid Scrabble word?
Yes. "BOLTS" is in the ENABLE word list, accepted by Words With Friends and most open Scrabble apps. It scores 7 points in Scrabble and 9 points in Words With Friends.
How many points is "BOLTS" worth?
In Scrabble, "BOLTS" is worth 7 points before bonuses. In Words With Friends, it's worth 9 points. Played on a triple-word-score, the Scrabble value becomes 21.
What does "BOLTS" mean?
A (usually) metal fastener consisting of a cylindrical body that is threaded, with a larger head on one end. It can be inserted into an unthreaded hole up to the head, with a nut then threaded on the other end; a heavy machine screw.
What are the anagrams of "BOLTS"?
1 anagram can be formed using the same letters as BOLTS: BLOTS.