noun๐ShareA large cushion or pillow."My grandmother's favorite armchair had a large bolster for extra comfort. "itembuildingChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun๐ShareA pad, quilt, or anything used to hinder pressure, support part of the body, or make a bandage sit easy upon a wounded part; a compress."The nurse placed a soft bolster under Sarah's head to make her more comfortable during the nap. "medicinebodyaidChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun๐ShareA small spacer located on top of the axle of horse-drawn wagons that gives the front wheels enough clearance to turn."The wagon maker carefully inspected the bolster on the newly repaired axle, ensuring it was properly sized for a smooth turning radius. "vehiclepartmachineChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun๐ShareA short, horizontal structural timber between a post and a beam for enlarging the bearing area of the post and/or reducing the span of the beam."The carpenter carefully placed a bolster between the wobbly porch post and the beam above to prevent the porch from sagging further. "architecturebuildingstructureChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun๐ShareA beam in the middle of a railway truck, supporting the body of the car."The train car's bolster supported the heavy load of luggage. "vehiclestructuremachineChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun๐ShareThe perforated plate in a punching machine on which anything rests when being punched."The metal worker carefully placed the decorative metal piece onto the bolster of the punching machine before starting the operation. "machinetechnicalindustryChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun๐ShareThe part of a knife blade that abuts upon the end of the handle."The chef carefully examined the bolster of the knife before using it to chop vegetables. "partitemutensilChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun๐ShareThe metallic end of a pocketknife handle."The shiny bolster on my grandfather's old pocketknife showed years of polishing. "itemutensilmachinetechnicalChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun๐ShareThe rolls forming the ends or sides of the Ionic capital."The architect pointed to the bolster of the Ionic capital, explaining how its curved form contributes to the temple's elegant appearance. "architecturepartChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun๐ShareA block of wood on the carriage of a siege gun, upon which the breech of the gun rests when arranged for transportation."The artillery crew carefully positioned the gun's breech onto the bolster for transport. "militaryweaponmachineChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verb๐ShareTo brace, reinforce, secure, or support."The new teacher's enthusiasm bolstered student interest in the class. "aidbusinesseconomyChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
