BOLTHOLE

Etymology

Noun

bolthole (plural boltholes)

A hole in an animal's den, or through a wall or fence, used for escape or emergency exit; i.e. a hole the animal may bolt through.

(figurative) A second home, etc. where a person can go to escape the stresses of everyday life.

Source: Wiktionary



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