noun A (usually) metal fastener consisting of a cylindrical body that is threaded, with a larger head on one end. It can be inserted into an unthreaded hole up to the head, with a nut then threaded on the other end; a heavy machine screw.
noun Latch-related senses A sliding pin or bar in a lock or latch mechanism. A bar of wood or metal dropped in horizontal hooks on a door and adjoining wall or between the two sides of a double door, to prevent the door(s) from being forced open. A sliding mechanism to chamber and unchamber a cartridge in a firearm.
noun A sliding pin or bar in a lock or latch mechanism.
noun A bar of wood or metal dropped in horizontal hooks on a door and adjoining wall or between the two sides of a double door, to prevent the door(s) from being forced open.
noun A sliding mechanism to chamber and unchamber a cartridge in a firearm.
noun An iron to fasten the legs of a prisoner; a shackle; a fetter.
noun A stalk or scape (of garlic, onion, etc).
noun A large roll of fabric or similar material, as a bolt of cloth. The standard linear measurement of canvas for use at sea: 39 yards.