shot
/ʃɒt/
The result of launching a projectile or bullet; The act of launching a ball or similar object toward a goal; The heavy iron ball used for the shot put; The athletics event of shot put
- plural
- shots
Meanings
- 1
The result of launching a projectile or bullet
We heard shots in the distance.
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How many shots did you hear?
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- 2
The act of launching a ball or similar object toward a goal
- 3
The heavy iron ball used for the shot put
- 4
The athletics event of shot put
- 5
Small metal balls, or other hard objects of various shapes, used as ammunition, especially in shotgun shells or artillery shells
- 6
Metal or stone balls (or similar), not necessarily small, used as ammunition
- 7
Someone who shoots (a gun, longbow, etc.); a person reckoned as to their aim
- 8
An opportunity or attempt
- 9
A remark or comment, especially one which is critical or insulting
- 10
A punch or other physical blow