bolthole

English

noun
Definitions
  • A hole in an animal's den, or through a wall or fence, used for escape or emergency exit; i.e. a hole the animal may bolt through.
  • (figurative) A second home, etc. where a person can go to escape the stresses of everyday life.

Etymology

Compound from English bolt (arrow, lightning bolt) + English hole (miserable place, a hollow).

Origin

English

hole

Gloss

miserable place, a hollow

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