bullet
bullet
Pronunciation
ˈPronunciation
The IPA phonetic spelling for the word "bullet" is:
ˈbʊl.ɪt
Here's a breakdown of the sounds in each syllable:
ˈbʊl
/b/ - voiced bilabial stop
/ʊ/ - near-close near-back rounded vowel
/l/ - alveolar lateral approximant
ɪt
/ɪ/ - near-close near-front unrounded vowel
/t/ - voiceless alveolar plosive
Word Form Variations
The word "bullet" is a singular noun. It does not have a plural form, as it is a mass noun that refers to a small, projectile object.
However, you can use it in plural contexts by referring to multiple bullets, such as:
"a box of bullets"
"several bullets were fired"
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Definitions, Synonyms, Antonyms
Noun
Definition: A small, projectile object, typically made of metal, fired from a firearm.
Synonyms: missile, cartridge, round
Antonyms: target, blank
Verb (Informal)
Definition: To move quickly and forcefully.
Synonyms: dash, rush, zoom
Antonyms: dawdle, amble, crawl
Examples of Use
As a Noun (Projectile)
Newspapers: "Police recovered several spent bullet casings at the crime scene." (The New York Times)
Books: "The sniper took aim and fired a single bullet, piercing the target's heart." (A fictional novel)
Online Publications: "The ballistic report confirmed that the murder weapon fired a hollow-point bullet." (A news article on a crime website)
General Discourse: "I need to buy some more bullets for my hunting rifle." (A conversation between hunters)
As a Verb (Informal)
Entertainment Mediums: "The superhero bulleted through the air, dodging enemy fire." (A comic book)
Online Publications: "The news article bulleted through social media, sparking intense debate." (A blog post analyzing online trends)
General Discourse: "I bulleted down the hallway to catch the last train." (A casual conversation)
As a Bullet Point (A Symbol)
Books, Newspapers, Online Publications: This is a common formatting technique used to list items or key points. For example, in a textbook:
The Earth is round.
Water is essential for life.
Plants produce oxygen.
PowerPoint Presentations: Bullet points are frequently used to structure slides and present information concisely.
General Discourse: "Let's go over the bullet points of the meeting agenda." (A meeting discussion)
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10 Famous Quotes Using the term Bullet
"The pen is mightier than the sword, but only if the sword is very short and the pen is very sharp and has a bullet in it." — Terry Pratchett
"A bullet may have your name on it, but a grenade is addressed to whom it may concern." — Anonymous
"Words are like bullets; if they escape, you can’t call them back." — Anonymous
"A single bullet can change history, but so can a single idea." — Anonymous
"In the end, it’s not the bullet that kills you, it’s the hole it leaves behind." — Anonymous
"Even the fastest bullet can’t outrun a mind that thinks ahead." — Anonymous
"You cannot fire a bullet that does not first exist in your mind." — Anonymous
"A bullet doesn’t choose its target—only its wielder does." — Anonymous
"The bullet of truth can wound a thousand lies." — Anonymous
"Every bullet fired carries the weight of consequence." — Anonymous
Etymology
The word "bullet" comes from the French word "boulette," which means "little ball." This makes sense because bullets are small, round objects.
The first time we see the word "bullet" used to mean a projectile was in the 1500s. Before that, it was used to describe a cannonball.
So, the next time you see a bullet, remember its simple origins as a little ball!
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Phrases + Idioms Containing the term Bullet
Phrases and idioms using "bullet" are relatively rare. This is because "bullet" is primarily a concrete noun referring to a physical object. However, there's one common idiom that uses a similar concept:
Bite the bullet: This means to force yourself to do something unpleasant or difficult, often because it's necessary.
While there aren't many direct idioms using "bullet," we can explore some metaphorical phrases that use the concept of a bullet's speed and directness:
Straight to the point: This means to be direct and concise in communication.
Hit the nail on the head: This means to accurately identify or describe something.
We can also create original phrases using the word "bullet" to convey specific meanings:
Dodge a bullet: To avoid a dangerous or difficult situation.
Bulletproof: Impenetrable, invincible, or extremely resilient.
Bullet train: A high-speed train.
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Source Information
Definition of bullet from The Academic Glossary at Self Exploration Academy, a Urikville Press Publication. © All rights reserved.
