Meaning of the word bull in English

What does bull mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

bull

US /bʊl/

UK /bʊl/

an uncastrated adult male bovine animal

Example:

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The farmer led the bull back to the pasture.

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A wild bull charged at the fence.

Synonym:

ox steer

a large, powerfully built man

Example:

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He was a big bull of a man, with broad shoulders.

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The bouncer was a real bull, intimidating everyone at the door.

Synonym:

giant hulk brute

a papal edict

Example:

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The Pope issued a bull on religious freedom.

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Historically, a bull was sealed with a lead seal.

Synonym:

edict decree mandate

to push or force one's way in a specified direction

Example:

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He had to bull his way through the crowd.

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The police had to bull their way into the building.

Synonym:

force push shove ram