007
The fictional MI6 agent James Bond.
Proper noun
- The fictional MI6 agent James Bond.
- […] the new Bond also features a new lead actor. Pierce Brosnan has now taken on the role of the legendary 007. - 1995 November 20, Jet, Johnson Publishing Co., ISSN 0021-5996, Volume 89, Number 2, page 62
- The fictional gadgets of 007 are entertaining and perhaps even offer inspiration to the secret-gadget makers, but the real thing has to be field-tested, as an agent’s life may depend on it. - 2001 February, Hank...
- If slipping the ultra-compact, ultra-light, ultra-thin Exilim S500 Card Camera into your shirt pocket doesn’t make you feel at least a little bit like 007 on vacation it’s likely no camera ever will. - 2005, Steve Klett...
Origin
From James Bond's code number in the series of books by Ian Fleming.
Noun
- A special agent resembling the fictional James Bond in capability, charisma, etc.
- A term for an attacking player in football (soccer) who fails to score a goal or an assist in their first seven match appearances. Often used to insinuate poor or underwhelming performance.