lag bolt

English

Noun

lag bolt (plural lag bolts)

  1. (US, carpentry, obsolete) A large metal wood screw with a head that takes a wrench.
    Synonyms: coach screw, lag screw

Usage notes

Although steadily falling out of favor in written material due to the perception that "bolt" is a misnomer, informal and verbal use remains common.

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