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bolting

[ˈbəʊltɪŋ]

bolting Definition

  • 1running away suddenly and uncontrollably
  • 2fastening something with a bolt or bolts
  • 3producing a flowering stem prematurely, often due to heat or other stress

Using bolting: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "bolting" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The horse bolted and threw the rider off.

  • Example

    He bolted the door shut to keep the intruders out.

  • Example

    The lettuce is bolting in the hot weather.

bolting Synonyms and Antonyms

Phrases with bolting

  • a sudden and unexpected event

    Example

    The news of his death was a bolt from the blue.

  • in a completely vertical position

    Example

    She sat up bolt upright in bed, startled by the noise.

  • to eat or drink something quickly

    Example

    He bolted down his breakfast and rushed out the door.

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Summary: bolting in Brief

The verb 'bolting' [ˈbəʊltɪŋ] has three main meanings: running away suddenly and uncontrollably, fastening something with a bolt or bolts, and producing a flowering stem prematurely. Examples include 'The horse bolted and threw the rider off,' 'He bolted the door shut to keep the intruders out,' and 'The lettuce is bolting in the hot weather.' Phrases like 'bolt from the blue' and 'bolt upright' add nuance to the term.