🔫bullet

noun
/ˈbʊlɪt/

Meaning

A small, metal projectile fired from a gun.
a metal projectile fired from a gun

Example Sentences

The soldier loaded a bullet into his rifle.

The bullet missed its target and hit the wall.

Example Expressions

bite the bullet

Synonyms

projectile, shot, cartridge, ammo, ammunition, round, slug
Entry 1
projectile, shot, cartridge, ammo
Entry 2
projectile, ammunition, round, slug

Antonyms

peace, safety

Collocations

bullet train, bullet wound, silver bullet, stray bullet, bullet point, dodge a bullet
Entry 1
bullet train, bullet wound, silver bullet, stray bullet
Entry 2
bullet point, bullet train, bullet wound, dodge a bullet

More Example Sentences

The bullet went straight through his heart.

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