Boulton

/ (ˈbəʊltən) /

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noun

Matthew . 1728–1809, British engineer and manufacturer, who financed Watt's steam engine and applied it to various industrial purposes

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Words nearby Boulton

boulle, Boulogne, Boulogne Billancourt, Boult, boulter, Boulton, Boumedienne, boun, bounce, bounce around, bounceback

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How to use Boulton in a sentence

“Wines are made differently than they were 20 years ago,” say Boulton.
The Myth About Old Wine|Keith Wallace|January 26, 2010|DAILY BEAST
The cost of erection and the consumption of coal are not above one-third of a Boulton and Watt's, to perform the same work.
Life of Richard Trevithick, Volume II (of 2)|Francis Trevithick
His partner, Boulton, had a lot ready for the market, and sold 150 by the end of the year.
Showell's Dictionary of Birmingham|Thomas T. Harman and Walter Showell
People used to say that she forked the mine better than two of Boulton and Watt's 80-inch cylinder engines.
Life of Richard Trevithick, Volume II (of 2)|Francis Trevithick

It is much admired by everyone that has seen it, and saves a considerable quantity of coal when compared with a Boulton and Watt.
Life of Richard Trevithick, Volume II (of 2)|Francis Trevithick
There are several of Boulton and Watt's engines being taken down here, and the new engines being erected in their place.
Life of Richard Trevithick, Volume II (of 2)|Francis Trevithick