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noun, often attributive \ˈbu̇-lət also ˈbə-\Definition of BULLET
1
: a round or elongated missile (as of lead) to be fired from a firearm; broadly : cartridge 1a
2
a : something resembling a bullet (as in curved form) b : a large dot placed in printed matter to call attention to a particular passage
3
: a very fast and accurately thrown or hit object (as a ball or puck)
— bul·let·ed \-lə-təd\ adjective
See Examples of BULLET
- He was killed by an assassin's bullet.
- Bullets were used to separate each item.
- The quarterback threw a bullet to the receiver.
Origin of BULLET
Middle French boulette small ball & boulet missile, dims. of boule ball — more at bowl
First Known Use: 1579
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