Definition of shot

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Shot (n.) Small globular masses of lead, of various sizes, -- used chiefly for killing game; as, bird shot; buckshot..

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Gunreach :: Gunreach (n.) The reach or distance to which a gun will shoot; gunshot.
Case Shot :: Case shot () A collection of small projectiles, inclosed in a case or canister..
Mill :: Mill (n.) A passage underground through which ore is shot.
White :: White (n.) Specifically, the central part of the butt in archery, which was formerly painted white; the center of a mark at which a missile is shot..
Cartouch :: Cartouch (n.) A wooden case filled with balls, to be shot from a cannon..
Tell :: Tell (v. i.) To take effect; to produce a marked effect; as, every shot tells; every expression tells..
Shoot :: Shoot (v. i.) To cause an engine or weapon to discharge a missile; -- said of a person or an agent; as, they shot at a target; he shoots better than he rides..
Cupola :: Cupola (n.) A revolving shot-proof turret for heavy ordnance.
Foreshot :: Foreshot (n.) In distillation of low wines, the first portion of spirit that comes over, being a fluid abounding in fusel oil..
Rack :: Rack (a.) A piece or frame of wood, having several sheaves, through which the running rigging passes; -- called also rack block. Also, a frame to hold shot..
Splinterproof :: Splinter (n.) A thin piece split or rent off lengthwise, as from wood, bone, or other solid substance; a thin piece; a sliver; as, splinters of a ship's mast rent off by a shot..
Scot :: Scot (n.) A portion of money assessed or paid; a tax or contribution; a mulct; a fine; a shot.
Shot :: Shot (n.) A marksman; one who practices shooting; as, an exellent shot..
Arquebusade :: Arquebusade (n.) The shot of an arquebus.
Shot :: Shot (n.) The act of shooting; discharge of a firearm or other weapon which throws a missile.
Upshot :: Upshot (n.) Final issue; conclusion; the sum and substance; the end; the result; the consummation.
Gunshot :: Gunshot (n.) Act of firing a gun; a shot.
Bolt :: Bolt (n.) A sliding catch, or fastening, as for a door or gate; the portion of a lock which is shot or withdrawn by the action of the key..
Bombard :: Bombard (v. t.) To attack with bombards or with artillery; especially, to throw shells, hot shot, etc., at or into..
Hearing :: Hearing (n.) Extent within which sound may be heard; sound; earshot.
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