Point-blank /(?)/

Point·-blank

Point-blank

n.
  1. The white spot on a target, at which an arrow or other missile is aimed. [Obs.]
  2. With all small arms, the second point in which the natural line of sight, when horizontal, cuts the trajectory. (Mil.)

Point-blank

a.
  1. Directed in a line toward the object aimed at; aimed directly toward the mark.
  2. Hence, direct; plain; unqualified; -- said of language; as, a point-blank assertion.

Phrases & Compounds
Point-blank range
the extent of the apparent right line of a ball discharged.
Point-blank shot
the shot of a gun pointed directly toward the object to be hit.

Point-blank

adv.
  1. In a point-blank manner.
    To sin point-blank against God's word.