bullet
|bul/let|
B1
/ˈbʊlɪt/
projectile
Etymology
Etymology Information
'bullet' originates from Middle French, specifically the word 'boulette,' where 'boule' meant 'ball.'
Historical Evolution
'boulette' transformed into the English word 'bullet' during the 16th century.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'small ball,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'projectile fired from a gun.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a small, metal projectile fired from a gun.
The soldier loaded the bullet into his rifle.
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