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bolster

5 ENTRIES FOUND:
  1. 1) bolster (noun)
  2. 2) bolster (verb)
  3. bolster plate (noun)
  4. hawse bolster (noun)
  5. swing beam (noun)

1bol·ster

noun \ˈbōl-stər\

Definition of BOLSTER

1
: a long pillow or cushion
2
: a structural part designed to eliminate friction or provide support or bearing
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Origin of BOLSTER

Middle English, from Old English; akin to Old English belg bag — more at belly
First Known Use: before 12th century

Rhymes with BOLSTER

holster, pollster

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