(idiomatic, sometimes humorous) A protective helmet, as worn, for example, by a motorcyclist, bicyclist, or soldier in combat. / (dated) The skull.

Alternative form of brain bucket

(computing theory) A sorting algorithm that partitions an array into a number of buckets (groups of elements) which are then individually sorted, either recursively or using some other algorithm.

plural of spit bucket

A bucket on a film set for the spitting out by actors of food during eating scenes.

An American mixed drink of gin and typically Fresca in a suitably sized bucket, with ice and chopped fruit added.

plural of gin bucket

plural of bit-bucket

(astronautics) A reduction in thrust performed by some launch vehicles when approaching max Q, in order to reduce aerodynamic stresses on the vehicle's structure.

plural of thrust bucket