English Word · Beginner
bolthole
A second home, etc., where one can seek an escape or refuge from the stresses of everyday life
Pronunciation: say bolthole
Meaning
A second home, etc., where one can seek an escape or refuge from the stresses of everyday life.
Example
Eragon: They may try to slip past us and escape Helgrind through the entrance we used. Saphira: They probably have a bolt-hole at ground level.
Eragon: They may try to slip past us and escape Helgrind through the entrance we used. Saphira: They probably have a bolt-hole at ground level.
Practice tips
- Practice bolthole out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this English word is for beginner-level learners.