Dart

/dɑrt/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A small, pointed missile that is thrown.

He threw a dart at the board and hit the bullseye.

A game played by throwing darts at a circular board.

We had a great time playing darts at the pub.

A sudden movement or quick dash.

The cat made a dart for the open door.

verb

To move quickly or suddenly.

She darted across the street to catch the bus.

To throw a dart or similar object.

He darted the arrow straight at the target.

Middle English dart, from Old English dærta; related to Old Norse dertha.

darting glance

A quick and sudden look.

dart in and out

To move quickly in and out.

like a dart

Moving very quickly or directly.

dartboard

A target board used in the game of darts.

darter

Someone who throws darts or a type of bird known for its fast diving.

To leave quickly.

I need to dart out for a minute.

To act or respond swiftly.

She darted off an answer before anyone else could.