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