bolster

Meanings

• noun

  A thing that gives support, encouragement, or added strength.

• verb

  To make something stronger or more effective by adding extra support.

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Pronunciation

1. /ˈbəʊlstə/
   
   
   
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Synonyms

Dutch wife , cross-head , pillow

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with bolster
poster , master , disaster

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Variants

List of all variants of bolster that leads to same result
bolster , bolsters , bolstered , bolsterer , bolsterers , bolstering

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Etymology

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Originally meant 'to make firm or steady' in Old English. The noun form comes from the verb.

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Trivia

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1. The word 'bolster' is derived from the Old English word 'bolstan', which means 'to make firm or steady'.

2. In some industries, a bolster is a metal plate used to distribute heat evenly in a furnace.

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Related Concepts

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1. support: A concept closely related to bolster, as both refer to providing assistance or stability.

2. encouragement: Another related concept, as bolster can also mean to provide motivation or inspiration.

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Culture

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In literature, 'bolster' is used metaphorically to refer to providing emotional support or encouragement. In art, it can be represented as a physical object providing stability and balance.

How to Memorize "bolster"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a pillow or cushion that provides support and comfort. This is the physical sense of bolster. For the verb, imagine adding more pillows or cushions to make a structure stronger or more stable.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word with the idea of providing support or added strength.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Create a mnemonic using the word 'BOLSTER': 'B' - Brings, 'O' - Optimism, 'L' - Lifts, 'S' - Strengthens, 'T' - Takes, 'E' - Encourages.

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