Crossbolted

/ˈkrɔːsbəʊltɪd/ adjective

Definition

Fastened or secured together using crossbolts, especially in machinery or structural connections.

Etymology

Past participle of 'crossbolt,' combining 'cross' (from Old French 'crois') with 'bolt' (Old English). The '-ed' suffix indicates a completed action or state of being fastened.

Kelly Says

Engineers use crossbolting to create incredibly strong connections in everything from bridges to industrial machinery—the angled positioning distributes stress across multiple points rather than concentrating it at a single joint.

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