bullet point
1 of 1noun/ˈbʊlɪt pɔɪnt/
Forms:bullet points
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a symbol (•) or short statement used to list or highlight individual items in text
A bullet point is a typographical symbol used to introduce items in a list, helping to organize information in a clear and easy-to-read format. Bullet points typically appear as small dots or other shapes, such as circles or squares, preceding each item. They are commonly used in presentations, reports, and written documents to highlight key points, make content more accessible, and improve overall readability. By breaking up text into concise, focused segments, bullet points allow readers to quickly grasp essential information without wading through dense paragraphs.
- The presentation used bullet points to summarize key ideas.
- Each bullet point on the agenda represented a separate topic.
- She organized her notes into clear bullet points.
- Bullet points make long paragraphs easier to read.
- The report included bullet points to highlight main findings.