Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

kill-shot

noun

/ˈkɪl ʃɒt/

Definition

A shot that is fatal or lethal, particularly from a gun or weapon.

Examples

The sniper took a perfect kill-shot from a distance of 500 meters.
In the final seconds of the game, his three-pointer was the kill-shot that won the championship.
During the justification for the military action, the commander referred to the operation as a kill-shot to neutralize the threat.

Meaning

The term refers to a specific shot that results in death or serious injury, often used in the context of firearms or hunting. It can also be used metaphorically to describe a decisive action or a move that significantly undermines an opponent.