unbolted
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Definition
Adjective: * Not fastened or secured by a bolt; unlocked. * In a more general sense, describes something (typically a door, gate, or window) that is not fastened or secured, allowing easy access.
Usage and Examples
The word "unbolted" is used to describe the state of a door, gate, or similar barrier that is not locked or fastened with a bolt.
- Adjective:
- She found the back door unbolted and quietly slipped inside.
- For safety, never leave a shed or garage unbolted overnight.
- The gate swung open because it was left unbolted.
Advanced Usage
- Figurative Use: While primarily literal, it can be used figuratively to suggest something is open, accessible, or not blocked.
- Her unbolted heart was ready for a new adventure. (Suggests her emotions are not locked away.)
Variants and Related Words
- Unbolt (verb): To open or release by drawing back a bolt.
- He unbolted the heavy door.
- Bolt (noun/verb): The fastening device or the act of fastening with it.
- Slide the bolt across. / Remember to bolt the door.
Synonyms
- Unlocked: Not secured with a lock.
- Unlatched: Not fastened with a latch.
- Unbarred: Not blocked or secured with a bar.
- Open: Allowing access; not closed or sealed.
Antonyms
- Bolted: Fastened with a bolt.
- Locked: Secured with a lock.
- Latched: Fastened with a latch.
- Barred: Blocked or secured with a bar.
- Secured: Made safe or fastened.
Adjective
- not firmly fastened or secured
- an unbarred door
- went through the unlatched gate into the street
- an unlocked room