Phrase guide

bull bar

noun · 1 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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noun

Meaning 1

A welded framework of metal bars at a vehicle's front, designed to protect it during collisions with animals, but often purchased as a fashion accessory.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: Australia, New-Zealand

Examples

  • 2003 October, Cliff Gromer (article editor), GreatStuff, Popular Mechanics, page 120, Bull bars give your SUV a macho look, as well as add protection and versatility. ARB's bull bars for the Jeep Liberty offer all of the above, with added features that include Hi-Lift jacking points, auxiliary driving-light mounts, a provision for relocating the factory foglights and accommodation for Warn winches.

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Across languages

Translations

12 source translations are retained for this English entry.

  • Afrikaans: bosbreker — a device fitted to the front of a vehicle
  • Finnish: karjapuskuri — a device fitted to the front of a vehicle
  • French: pare-buffle — a device fitted to the front of a vehicle
  • German: Frontschutzbügel — a device fitted to the front of a vehicle
  • German: Bullenfänger — a device fitted to the front of a vehicle
  • German: Kuhfänger — a device fitted to the front of a vehicle
  • German: Hirschfänger — a device fitted to the front of a vehicle
  • Russian: кенгуря́тник (kengurjátnik) — a device fitted to the front of a vehicle
  • Russian: кенгури́н (kengurín) — a device fitted to the front of a vehicle
  • Russian: кенгуру́шник (kengurúšnik) — a device fitted to the front of a vehicle
  • Russian: бу́гель (búgelʹ) — a device fitted to the front of a vehicle
  • Swedish: kofångare — a device fitted to the front of a vehicle