bullet

bul-let · noun

imported

Definitions

noun

  1. 1.

    A metal projectile fired from a gun.

  2. 2.

    A small round or square symbol used in lists (bullet point).

  3. 3.

    A very fast train (bullet train).

  4. 4.

    (Informal) A very fast pitch in baseball.

Forms

plural: bullets

Phrases & expressions

  • •
    bite the bullet — to endure pain or hardship bravely
  • •
    bullet point — an item in a list marked with a symbol
  • •
    bullet train — a high-speed train
  • •
    dodge a bullet — to narrowly avoid something bad
  • •
    magic bullet — a simple solution to a complex problem
  • •
    sweat bullets — to be extremely nervous
  • •
    silver bullet — a simple, seemingly magical solution

Related words

See also: ammunition, gun, projectile, weapon
Synonyms: projectile, round, shot

Etymology

From French "boulette" (small ball), diminutive of "boule" (ball), from Latin "bulla" (bubble, knob).