bauld

/bɔːld/ or /bɔːlt/

Definitions

1. verb

to destroy or demolish something completely, especially by fire

“The old warehouse was baulded to make way for a new shopping center.”

2. noun

a baulk or barrier, especially in a building or a ship’s hold

“The bauld in the ship’s hold had to be removed before the cargo could be loaded.”

3. verb ( obsolete )

to be unable or unwilling to do something

“He was baulded from going to the party by his fear of crowds.”

Synonyms

  • demolish
  • demolition
  • destroy

Antonyms

  • build
  • construct