Etymology

bolter

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Today it means: A person or thing that bolts, or runs suddenly. Full definition →

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bolter · noun, verb1

From bolt + -er.

Bolter · proper noun2

From bolter, an occupational surname for a sifter of flour, or for a maker of bolts.

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