BOULT Meaning and
Definition
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Boult is a word with multiple meanings and can be used as a verb or a noun. Firstly, as a verb, to boult typically means to sift or filter a material through a fine-meshed cloth or sieve in order to separate the finer particles from the coarser ones. This process is often undertaken to remove impurities or refine substances in various industries such as mining, manufacturing, or cooking. Boult can also refer to the act of shaking or jolting something vigorously in order to dislodge or loosen it.
As a noun, boult can refer to a type of fine-meshed cloth or sieve used for the process of boult or sifting. These sieves are often made with a tightly woven fabric or metal wire mesh with very small holes, allowing for an efficient separation of particles based on size.
The word "boult" has historical origins and can be traced back to Middle English and Old French. It was commonly used in medieval times for activities such as flour milling or separating flour from bran.
In summary, boult is a versatile word with definitions related to the actions of sifting, sifting devices, and vigorous shaking. Its usage may vary depending on the context and industry in which it is employed.
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Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.
Common Misspellings for BOULT
Etymology of BOULT
The word "boult" has its origins in Middle English. Its etymology can be traced back to the Old English word "būlian", which meant "to sift" or "to winnow". This Old English term eventually evolved into the Middle English word "bouten", which had a similar meaning of "to sift" or "to separate". Over time, the spelling of the word shifted to "bowlt" and later to "boult", while retaining its original meaning.
Conjugate verb Boult
CONDITIONAL
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would boult
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would boult
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would boult
CONDITIONAL CONTINUOUS
I
would be boulting
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would be boulting
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would be boulting
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would be boulting
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would be boulting
CONDITIONAL PERFECT
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would have boult
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would have boult
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CONDITIONAL PERFECT CONTINUOUS
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would have been boulting
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FUTURE
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will boult
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FUTURE CONTINUOUS
I
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FUTURE PERFECT
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will have boulted
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FUTURE PERFECT CONTINUOUS
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IMPERATIVE
you
boult
we
let´s boult
to boult
PAST
I
boulted
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boulted
he/she/it
boulted
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boulted
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boulted
PAST CONTINUOUS
I
was boulting
you
were boulting
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was boulting
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were boulting
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were boulting
PAST PARTICIPLE
boulted
PAST PERFECT
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had boulted
you
had boulted
he/she/it
had boulted
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had boulted
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had boulted
PAST PERFECT CONTINUOUS
I
had been boulting
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had been boulting
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PRESENT
I
boult
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boult
he/she/it
boults
we
boult
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boult
PRESENT CONTINUOUS
I
am boulting
you
are boulting
he/she/it
is boulting
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are boulting
they
are boulting
PRESENT PARTICIPLE
boulting
PRESENT PERFECT
I
have boulted
you
have boulted
he/she/it
has boulted
we
have boulted
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have boulted
PRESENT PERFECT CONTINUOUS
I
have been boulting
you
have been boulting
he/she/it
has been boulting
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have been boulting
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have been boulting
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