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bolster in Dutch

bolster in Dutch is ondersteunen, stutten, veilig stellen — bolster means a long cylindrical pillow or cushion.

bolster in Dutch

ondersteunen
verb
(transitive, often, figurative) To brace, reinforce, secure, or support.
stutten
verb
(transitive, often, figurative) To brace, reinforce, secure, or support.
veilig stellen
verb
(transitive, often, figurative) To brace, reinforce, secure, or support.
versterken
verb
(transitive, often, figurative) To brace, reinforce, secure, or support.

What does "bolster" mean?

  1. noun A long cylindrical pillow or cushion.
    "She propped a bolster behind her back while reading in bed."
  2. verb To support, strengthen, or reinforce something.
    "New evidence bolstered the prosecution's case."
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bolster in a sentence

  • She propped a bolster behind her back while reading in bed.
  • New evidence bolstered the prosecution's case.
  • The extra staff helped bolster customer service.

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Frequently asked questions

What is "bolster" in Dutch?

"bolster" in Dutch is ondersteunen, stutten, veilig stellen. bolster means: A long cylindrical pillow or cushion.

How do you use "bolster" in a sentence?

Example: "She propped a bolster behind her back while reading in bed." In Dutch, "bolster" is ondersteunen, stutten, veilig stellen.

Are there other ways to say "bolster" in Dutch?

Yes — Dutch has 4 translations listed for "bolster": ondersteunen, stutten, veilig stellen, versterken.

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