shot — the firing of a gun or cannon
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: the firing of a gun or cannon
Pronunciation (IPA): /ʃɑːt/
Example Sentences
- My dad thinks he's a big shot, but he can't even open a pickle jar.
- I'll give cooking a shot, but don't blame me if the kitchen catches fire.
- The photographer got the perfect shot just as the bride tripped over her dress.
shot
NOUN[/ʃɑːt/]
the firing of a gun or cannon
The moment of firing a shot
One shot at the pot in the blazing hot!
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
Shot derives from Old English 'scot', a verb meaning 'to throw' or 'to shoot'. The word originally referred to the physical act of discharging a projectile, such as an arrow or bullet, and later extended to abstract meanings including 'attempt' or 'try'.
Breakdown
The word comes from the Old English verb 'scot' (shoot, throw), with the past tense form 'shot' becoming the modern word. The root relates to Germanic origins meaning 'to hurl' or 'to propel forcefully'.
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“My dad thinks he's a big shot, but he can't even open a pickle jar.”
“I'll give cooking a shot, but don't blame me if the kitchen catches fire.”
“The photographer got the perfect shot just as the bride tripped over her dress.”
“Getting into Harvard is a long shot, but I'll try anyway.”
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