ring-bolt
Definition
Noun: - A bolt with a ring attached: A "ring-bolt" is a bolt that has a ring or eye at one end, typically used in maritime contexts for securing ropes or lines.
Usage Examples
- (A bolt with a ring used for tying ropes.)
- (Hardware items for attaching lines.)
Advanced Usage
"to secure a ring-bolt": To attach or fasten a rope to a ring-bolt.
- The crew secured the mooring line to the ring-bolt. (They tied the rope to the bolt with a ring.)
"ring-bolt and shackle": A common combination in nautical hardware, where a ring-bolt is paired with a shackle for additional connection.
- The anchor chain was attached to the ring-bolt and shackle. (The chain was connected using both components.)
Variants and Related Words
- Ring-bolted (adj): fitted with or secured by ring-bolts.
- The ring-bolted deck provided multiple points for tying lines. (The deck was equipped with ring-bolts.)
Synonyms
- Eye bolt: a bolt with a looped end for attaching ropes.
- Mooring ring: a ring-shaped fitting used for mooring vessels.
Related Idioms
- "ring-bolt and rope": A phrase describing a basic method of securing a vessel, often used figuratively to mean a simple, reliable connection.
- Their partnership was like a ring-bolt and rope — strong and dependable. (A stable and trustworthy bond.)
Phrasal Verbs
- No direct phrasal verbs: "Ring-bolt" is a compound noun and is not used as a verb in standard English.