Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
shoot-the-bull
idiom
/ʃuːt ðə bʊl/
Definition
To engage in casual or friendly conversation.
Examples
- We sat on the porch, shooting the bull while sipping lemonade.
- After work, the colleagues often shoot the bull at the local pub.
- It’s nice to shoot the bull with old friends and catch up on life.
Meaning
The phrase refers to chatting or gossiping with someone in a relaxed and easy-going manner, often about trivial matters.
Synonyms
- chat
- gossip
- shoot the breeze
- talk
