The Only Use of
bolster
in
War and Peace
Uses with a very rare meaning:
- Prince Andrew answered all his questions reluctantly but reasonably, and then said he wanted a bolster placed under him as he was uncomfortable and in great pain.†
Chpt 11
Definition:
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(meaning too rare to warrant focus) As a noun, bolster can refer to any of a number of specific things that provide support -- especially a long narrow pillow.