Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
lead-shot
noun
/lɛd ʃɒt/
Definition
Small spherical pellets made of lead, typically used in shotgun ammunition.
Examples
- The hunter chose lead-shot for better accuracy in his shotgun.
- During the shooting competition, participants used lead-shot to hit the clay targets.
- She bought lead-shot to practice her aim at the shooting range.
Meaning
Lead-shot refers to the tiny round pellets that are commonly used as ammunition in shotguns for hunting and sport shooting.
Synonyms
- pellets
- shot
- ammunition
