Word Meaning

Meaning of point blank

- The white spot on a target, at which an arrow or other missile is aimed.
- With all small arms, the second point in which the natural line of sight, when horizontal, cuts the trajectory.
- With artillery, the point where the projectile first strikes the horizontal plane on which the gun stands, the axis of the piece being horizontal.
- Directed in a line toward the object aimed at; aimed directly toward the mark.
- Hence, direct; plain; unqualified; -- said of language; as, a point-blank assertion.
- In a point-blank manner.