(redirected from blots)- A blotted pattern of spilled ink. A pattern resembling an inkblot that is used in Rorschach tests.
- A blot is a dirty smudge, mark, or stain, like the giant blot of ketchup that remains on your shirt long after the hotdog-eating contest is over. A blot tends to mar or dirty a pristine surface, whether it's an ink blot on the book report you spent hours writing, or a blot of black paint on a white kitchen counter.
- Blot verb T (DRY) to dry a wet surface, or writing done in ink, by pressing something soft against it: I signed my name and blotted the paper. She put on her lipstick and then carefully blotted her lips with a.
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Learner's definition of BLOT. A: a spot or stain. A blot of ink =an ink blot + more examples - hide examples + Example sentences - Hide examples. B: something that makes something else dirty or unattractive. The tower is a blot on the landscape.
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a blot on (one's) escutcheon
A stain or mark against one's reputation or that of one's family. An escutcheon was a heraldic shield that bore a family's coat of arms, and thus serves as a metaphor for one's honor. I was at the top of my class in college, but that narcotics charge will be a blot on my escutcheon for years to come.
a blot on the escutcheon
A stain or mark against one's reputation or that of one's family. An escutcheon was a heraldic shield that bore a family's coat of arms, and thus serves as a metaphor for one's honor. I was at the top of my class in college, but that narcotics charge will be a blot on the escutcheon for years to come.
a blot on the landscape
Something that is considered unattractive that covers up or otherwise takes away from the value of something attractive. Although many people say that they want clean energy, they argue that miles of turbines on wind farms are a blot on the landscape.
blot (one's) copy book
Definition Blots Out
To tarnish, damage, or ruin one's reputation by behaving badly or committing some mistake or social transgression. Refers to a child's copy book, the blotting (staining with ink) of which ruins one's work. Primarily heard in UK. The local councilor blotted his copy book when it came to light that he had accepted bribes to allow unregulated development projects to go ahead.I really blotted my copy book when I spilled my drink on the visiting dignitary last night.
blot out
1. To cover something so that it cannot be seen or read. A noun or pronoun can be used between 'blot' and 'out.' Be sure to blot out all the other names on this list before you put it in the employee's file.
2. To prevent something from being noticeable or entering one's awareness. A noun or pronoun can be used between 'blot' and 'out.' Your curtains aren't opaque enough to blot out all of the sunlight.
3. To avoid thinking about something, often because it is stressful or traumatic. A noun or pronoun can be used between 'blot' and 'out.' Many trauma victims try to blot out the horrific things that have happened to them.
4. To kill someone. A noun or pronoun can be used between 'blot' and 'out.' Ray blotted out the informant, just as the boss told him to.
5. To completely destroy something. A noun or pronoun can be used between 'blot' and 'out.' This illness threatens to blot out an entire generation.The fire blotted out all of our belongings.
Farlex Dictionary of Idioms. © 2015 Farlex, Inc, all rights reserved.
blot on the landscape
Fig. a sight that spoils the look of a place. That monstrosity you call a house is a blot on the landscape. You should have hired a real architect!
blot someone or something out
Fig. to forget someone or something by covering up memories or by trying to forget. I try to blot those bad thoughts out.I tried to blot out those unhappy days.
blot someone out
Sl. to kill someone. (Originally underworld slang.) Sorry, chum, we got orders to blot you out.The gang blotted out the only living witness before the trial.
blot something out
to make something invisible by covering it. (See also blot someone or something out.) Don't blot the name out on the application form.Who blotted out the name on this form?
McGraw-Hill Dictionary of American Idioms and Phrasal Verbs. © 2002 by The McGraw-Hill Companies, Inc.
blot out
Obliterate, wipe out of existence or memory, as in At least one Indian nation was blotted out as the pioneers moved west, or The trauma of the accident blotted out all her memory of recent events. This idiom, first recorded in 1516, uses the verb to blot in the sense of making something illegible by spotting or staining it with ink. The New Testament has it (Acts 3:19): 'Repent ye ... that your sins may be blotted out.'
The American Heritage® Dictionary of Idioms by Christine Ammer. Copyright © 2003, 1997 by The Christine Ammer 1992 Trust. Published by Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Publishing Company. All rights reserved.
a blot on the landscape
Jack Bolts Definition
If a building or other structure is a blot on the landscape, it is very ugly and spoils a place which is otherwise attractive. The power station is both a blot on the landscape and a smear on the environment.Urban cemeteries, it seems to me, are blots on the landscape.
a blot on your escutcheon
or
a blot on the escutcheon
BRITISH, OLD-FASHIONED
If there is a blot on your escutcheon, you have damaged your reputation by doing something wrong. For the leaders, this is probably a blip rather than a blot on the escutcheon. Note: An escutcheon is a shield, especially a heraldic shield displaying a coat of arms.
blot your copybook
BRITISH
If you blot your copybook, you damage your reputation by doing something wrong. Their relationship had been so perfect. Until he'd blotted his copybook with Susan, that is. Note: You can also say that there is a blot on your copybook. In fact, just about the only blot on his copybook so far was a missed penalty against Arsenal 10 days ago. Note: In the past, schoolchildren had `copybooks'. These were books of examples of handwriting, with spaces for the children to copy it.
Collins COBUILD Idioms Dictionary, 3rd ed. © HarperCollins Publishers 2012
blot your copybook
tarnish your good reputation.
BritishA copybook was an exercise book with examples of handwriting for children to copy as they practised their own writing.
Blots Definition Psychology
a blot on the escutcheon
something that tarnishes your reputation.
An escutcheon was a family's heraldic shield, and so also a record and symbol of its honour.
a blot on the landscape
something ugly that spoils the appearance of a place; an eyesore.
1962Listener Charabancs and monstrous hordes of hikers are blots upon the landscape.
Farlex Partner Idioms Dictionary © Farlex 2017
blot your ˈcopybook
(
old-fashioned,
informal) spoil a previously good record:
He paid back the money he had stolen, but he had blotted his copybook and couldn’t hope for promotion.A copybook was an exercise book with printed examples of good writing for children to copy. If you blotted it, you accidentally spoiled it by making a mark with ink on it.
a blot on the ˈlandscape
a thing, especially an ugly building, that spoils the appearance of a place:
That power station is rather a blot on the landscape.See also: blot, landscape, on
blot someone out
tv. to kill someone. (Underworld.) They blotted out the witness before the trial.
McGraw-Hill's Dictionary of American Slang and Colloquial Expressions Copyright © 2006 by The McGraw-Hill Companies, Inc. All rights reserved.
a blot on (one's) escutcheon
See also: blot, escutcheon, on
American Heritage® Dictionary of the English Language, Fifth Edition. Copyright © 2016 by Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Publishing Company. Published by Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Publishing Company. All rights reserved.
a blot on the escutcheon
bringing dishonor or shame to oneself and one's family. “Escutcheon” is the heraldic term for the shield on which a family's coat of arms is painted. One with a blot, in the sense of blemish, would look as though there were something wrong, which is what The phrase is meant to convey. When Uncle Fred was hauled off to jail for embezzlement, he not only disgraced himself, he brought shame to his wife, his children, and any living parents. His crime was thus a metaphorical blot on the family escutcheon.
Endangered Phrases by Steven D. Price Copyright © 2011 by Steven D. Price
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Bolts, screws and studs are used extensively in the manufacturing industry. Although similar in appearance, however, each item has its own unique purpose and characteristics. To learn more about the nuances between bolts, screws and studs — and which one is right for your application — keep reading.
According to the Machinery’s Handbook, the main difference between bolts and screws lies in their purpose. While there are always exceptions to this rule, bolts are typically used to assemble two or more unthreaded components. When used in conjunction with a nut, the bolt will remain secure on the unthreaded component; thus, holding it together and serving its intended purpose. On the other hand, screws are used with threaded components. This doesn’t necessarily mean that the component or components used with screws must be threaded, as the installation of the screw may create the threading.
As explained on Wikipedia, bolts are typically used to create bolted joints, whic his a combination of the nut applying a clamping force, pinning the joint sideways. This is why many bolts have an unthreaded shank — it creates for a stronger and more effective dowel. Therefore, unthreaded shanks have long been a defining characteristic of bolts when comparing them to their screw counterparts.
If all of that sounds too confusing, here’s another definition of a bolt: it is a threaded fastener that’s intended for insertion through holes in components that are already assembled, usually used in conjunction with a nut. A screw is an externally threaded fastener that can be inserted into holes of pre-assembled components, used to connect with a pre-formed internal thread — or create its own threading. Screws are typically tightened by twisting and turning the head with torque.
And last but not least, a stud is a metal rod or shaft featuring threads on both sides. Most studs are long, although sizes can vary depending on its intended purpose and application. Studs do not have a “head” like a screw or bolt that can be turned for tightening.
Whether it’s a screw, bolt or stud, they are typically all made of a few different metals. This includes carbon steel, stainless steel, brass, nickel alloy and aluminum alloy. Manufacturers must use the highly quality metals to reduce the risk of cracking, rusting and other damage, as such damage can prove disastrous for the components in which it is used.
Hopefully, this will give you a better understanding on the differences between screws, bolts and studs.
See Monroe’s Bolts, Screws and Studs.