Bullet

Meaning

a metal projectile fired from a gun

A small, metal projectile fired from a gun.

Example Sentences

The bullet missed its target and hit the wall.

The soldier loaded a bullet into his rifle.

Example Expressions

bite the bullet

Synonyms

projectile, ammunition, round, slug, shot, cartridge, ammo

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projectile, ammunition, round, slug

Entry 2

projectile, shot, cartridge, ammo

Antonyms

peace, safety

Collocations

bullet point, bullet train, bullet wound, dodge a bullet, silver bullet, stray bullet

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bullet point, bullet train, bullet wound, dodge a bullet

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bullet train, bullet wound, silver bullet, stray bullet