dart
//dɑːrt//
Noun
dartSingular
dartsPlural
1
A small pointed missile that can be thrown or fired, typically used in the game of darts.
He threw a dart at the board and hit the bullseye.
2
A sudden quick movement in a particular direction.
The cat made a dart toward the mouse.
3
A tapered tuck stitched in a garment to shape it to the body.
The tailor added darts to the back of the dress for a better fit.
Synonym
Verb
dartInfinitive
dartPresent tense
dartedPast tense
dartedPast participle
dartingPresent participle
dartsThird-person singular
1
To move suddenly and rapidly in a particular direction.
The cat darted across the room to catch the toy.
2
To throw or shoot something swiftly.
She darted a quick glance at him across the room.