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bolthole Synonyms

Another word for bolthole

Choosing another word for bolthole depends on context, so the 11 synonyms and similar words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
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• noun (Context 1)

A secluded or secret place where a person can escape to hide, rest, or get away from everyday pressures and duties.

Usage Example

"The author bought a quiet cottage in the Welsh hills to serve as a weekend hideaway away from London."

Strongest
hideaway
hideout
retreat
Strong
refuge
sanctuary
haven
safe house

• noun (Context 2)

A hole or burrow into which a wild animal, especially a rabbit or fox, darts for safety when pursued.

Usage Example

"Startled by the barking dog, the rabbit dashed across the meadow and vanished into its burrow beneath the hedgerow."

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burrow
Strong
warren
den
lair

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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Bolthole. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/bolthole
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