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A '''[[bolt (firearm)|bolt]]''' used blocks the rear of the chamber while the powder burns | A '''[[bolt (firearm)|bolt]]''' used blocks the rear of the chamber while the powder burns | ||
| − | A ''' | + | A '''bolt''', also called a "quarrel", is the projectile (arrow) fired from a crossbow. |
| − | The verb to '''bolt''' can mean (1) to secure a door, gate or similar contrivance by means of a | + | The verb to '''bolt''' can mean (1) to secure a door, gate or similar contrivance by means of a bolt; and (2) to flee, or run away, escape. |
[[Category:Simple Machines]] | [[Category:Simple Machines]] | ||
[[Category:Meteorology]] | [[Category:Meteorology]] | ||
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Latest revision as of 00:43, July 12, 2016
Bolt usually refers to a type of fastener with a screwed thread, normally requiring a nut.
Bolt may refer to:
A bolt is also a unit of lightning.
A bolt is also a bulk measure of fabric.
A bolt used blocks the rear of the chamber while the powder burns
A bolt, also called a "quarrel", is the projectile (arrow) fired from a crossbow.
The verb to bolt can mean (1) to secure a door, gate or similar contrivance by means of a bolt; and (2) to flee, or run away, escape.