bolster in German
bolster in German is Nackenrolle, Polster, verstärken — bolster means a long cylindrical pillow or cushion.
bolster in German
Nackenrolle
A large cushion or pillow, usually cylindrical in shape.
Polster
A large cushion or pillow, usually cylindrical in shape.
verstärken
(transitive, often, figurative) To brace, reinforce, secure, or support.
bestärken
(transitive, often, figurative) To brace, reinforce, secure, or support.
polstern
(transitive, often, figurative) To brace, reinforce, secure, or support.
unterstützen
(transitive, often, figurative) To brace, reinforce, secure, or support.
What does "bolster" mean?
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noun A long cylindrical pillow or cushion.
"She propped a bolster behind her back while reading in bed."
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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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What is "bolster" in German?
"bolster" in German is Nackenrolle, Polster, verstärken. 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 German, "bolster" is Nackenrolle, Polster, verstärken.
Are there other ways to say "bolster" in German?
Yes — German has 6 translations listed for "bolster": Nackenrolle, Polster, verstärken, bestärken, polstern, unterstützen.
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