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How do you spell Bolster?

Correct spelling

bolster

Remember the pillow connection: BOLster ends like holster, not -ar or -ir

Why is bolster spelled this way?

From Old English bolster, a long pillow. To bolster is to cushion and support — strengthening from underneath, like a pillow propping you up.

Common misspellings of bolster

bolstarboulsterbolstir

Example

The new data helped bolster her argument for increased funding.

Frequently asked questions

How do you spell bolster?+
The correct spelling is "bolster". Remember the pillow connection: BOLster ends like holster, not -ar or -ir
Is it bolstar or bolster?+
The correct spelling is "bolster", not "bolstar".

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