bolo
word
Definition
A 'bolo' is a type of weapon made of weights on the ends of cords, thrown to trap animals by tangling their legs. Sometimes, 'bolo' is also a misspelling for 'cake' in English.
Usage & Nuances
Mostly used in reference to the South American hunting weapon ('bolas'), rarely appears in everyday English. Not to be confused with 'bolo' meaning cake in Spanish or Portuguese. 'Bolo' is sometimes a typo for 'cake' in English.
Example Sentences
The hunter threw a bolo to catch the running animal.
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A bolo is made of two or three weighted cords tied together.
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The bolo helped the gauchos hunt in open fields.
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Some museums display ancient bolos from South America.
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I typed 'bolo' instead of 'cake' by mistake in my message.
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In some movies, cowboys spin a bolo before throwing it at their target.
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