eyebolt

[ ahy-bohlt ]

noun

1. a bolt having a ring-shaped head.

eyebolt

/ ˈaɪˌbəʊlt /

noun

1. a threaded bolt, the head of which is formed into a ring or eye for lifting, pulling, or securing

Word History and Origins

Origin of eyebolt¹

First recorded in 1760–70; eye + bolt ¹

Example Sentences

Harry reached out, grasped it with one hand, and pulled it toward him, guiding it toward the eyebolt.

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Turnbuckle—A form of wire-tightener, consisting of a barrel into each end of which is screwed an eyebolt.

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On board the Swash all was well—not a rope-yarn had parted, or an eyebolt drawn.

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The tension of the blade is secured by a piece of wire, an eyebolt and a thumb nut, connecting the rear ends of the arms as shown.

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Securing the lashing to an eyebolt, inward, I got out of the port-hole and let myself down into the water.

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