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bull

[bʊl]

bull Definition

  • 1a male cow, elephant, or whale
  • 2an investor who buys stocks or commodities in anticipation of a rise in prices
  • 3an official papal document

Using bull: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "bull" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The bull was grazing in the field.

  • Example

    He made a fortune as a bull on Wall Street.

  • Example

    The Pope issued a bull condemning the heresy.

bull Synonyms and Antonyms

Phrases with bull

  • to face a difficult situation directly and with courage

    Example

    I decided to take the bull by the horns and confront my boss about the issue.

  • someone who is clumsy and careless in their actions

    Example

    He's like a bull in a china shop when it comes to handling delicate equipment.

  • a financial market in which prices are rising, encouraging buying

    Example

    The stock market has been in a bull market for several months now.

Origins of bull

from Old Norse 'boli'

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Summary: bull in Brief

The term 'bull' [bʊl] refers to a male cow, elephant, or whale. It also denotes an investor who buys stocks or commodities in anticipation of a rise in prices, and an official papal document. Phrases like 'take the bull by the horns' and 'a bull in a china shop' indicate directness and clumsiness, respectively. 'Bull' also describes a financial market in which prices are rising, known as a 'bull market.'

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