ringbolt

American  

[ring-bohlt] / ˈrɪŋˌboʊlt /

noun

1. a bolt with a ring fitted in an eye at its head.

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ringbolt British  

/ ˈrɪŋˌbəʊlt /

noun

1. a bolt with a ring fitted through an eye attached to the bolt head

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Etymology

Origin of ringbolt

First recorded in 1620–30; ring ¹ + bolt ¹

Example Sentences

I clung to a ringbolt for some time, but eventually was dropped on to the deck, and a huge wave washed me away.

From The New York Times Current History of the European War, Vol 1, Issue 4, January 23, 1915 by Various

On the wharf there—take that stern fast out to the last ringbolt.

From Java Head by Hergesheimer, Joseph

"Lock him up," he ordered the guards, and Jason was secured to a sturdy ringbolt that projected from the wall.

From The Ethical Engineer by Harrison, Harry

When engaged outside, he unwound the cord, and secured one end to a ringbolt in the deck; so that if a chance sea washed him off his feet, it could do nothing more.

From Omoo by Melville, Herman

True Blue’s foot had been pressing against a ringbolt: a rope was made fast to it.

From True Blue by Kingston, William Henry Giles