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kingbolt


king·bolt

noun \-ˌbōlt\

Definition of KINGBOLT

: a vertical bolt by which the forward axle and wheels of a vehicle or the trucks of a railroad car are connected with the other parts

First Known Use of KINGBOLT

1825

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