boulder

Meanings

• noun

  A large, irregularly shaped mass of rock, typically one that is too large to be carried by one person.

  - "The hikers came across a boulder that blocked their path."
  - "The boulder rolled down the hill and crushed the car."

• noun

  A large stone used for grinding grain.

  - "My great-grandmother used a boulder to grind corn for tortillas."
  - "The ancient mill used a large boulder to grind wheat."

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Pronunciation

1. /ˈboʊldəɹ/
   
   
   
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Rhymes

Words rhyming with boulder
doler , roller , molder , older

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Variants

List of all variants of boulder that leads to same result
boulder , bouldered , boulders , bouldery , bowlder , bowlders , Boulder , boulderer , boulderers , bouldering , boulderings , bowldered , bowldering , Boulder Reservoir , Kalgoorlie-Boulder , Boulder Dam , Hoover Dam

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Etymology

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Old English buldr, from bulge, bulgy; akin to Dutch bol, bulwark.

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Trivia

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1. The largest boulder in the world is the 'Big Boulder' in South Africa, which weighs over 60,000 tons.

2. The term 'boulder' comes from the Old English word 'buldr', which means 'bulgy' or 'round'.

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Related Concepts

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1. Rock: Boulders are a type of large rock.

2. Geology: Boulders are a common feature in geological studies.

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Culture

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In literature, boulders have been used as symbols of strength, obstacles to be overcome, and natural wonders. In art, they have been depicted in various forms, from realistic representations to abstract interpretations. In music, the term 'boulder' is not commonly used, but the concept of a 'boulder' in the metaphorical sense can be found in songs about overcoming challenges.

How to Memorize "boulder"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a large, round rock that is too heavy to lift.
   - Visualize the texture and shape of the rock.
   - Think about the weight and size of the boulder.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'boulder' with the image of a large, immovable rock.
   - Think of a boulder as a symbol of strength and stability.
   - Associate the word 'boulder' with the feeling of awe and wonder.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the mnemonic 'Big, Ugly, Old, Large, Heavy Rock' to remember the definition of a boulder.
   - Think of the word 'boulder' as rhyming with 'roller' to help remember the definition.
   - Use the image of a boulder blocking your path to remember the meaning of the word.

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