Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

bullethead

Noun
ˈbʌlɪtˌhɛd
Definition
A term that can refer to a person with a very short or rounded head, or it may describe certain species of fish, particularly in the context of fishing or marine biology.
Examples
  • The bullethead parrotfish is easily recognized by its rounded head shape.
  • Some people describe a close-cropped hairstyle as a bullethead.
  • During our dive, we spotted a bullethead that was grazing on coral.
Meaning
The word ‘bullethead’ is often used to describe a specific physical characteristic or can refer to specific species like the bullethead parrotfish, known for its rounded head.
Synonyms
  • Rounded head
  • Short head
  • Bulbous head