What does DARTS mean?

Parts of Speech

Noun: darts

Definitions

1. A game in which small pointed missiles are thrown at a circular target board. (plural noun)

2. A small pointed missile used as a weapon or in a game. (count noun)

Pronunciations

US: /dɑrts/

UK: /dɑːts/

Origin and Usage

The word "darts" originated from Middle English "dart" which means "spear". It is used to refer to a game in which small pointed missiles are thrown at a circular target board. The game is believed to have originated in England during the Middle Ages as a pastime for archers. Darts was later adapted for indoor play and has since become a popular pub game.

Synonyms

None

Related Words

darbs, drats, tards, trads

Example Sentences

1. He won the darts tournament by hitting the bullseye three times in a row.
2. The bar was filled with the sound of clinking glasses and the thud of darts hitting the board.
3. She threw a dart at the picture of her ex-boyfriend on the wall.