Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
skeet-shooting
Noun
/skit ˈʃuːtɪŋ/
Definition
A competitive shooting sport where participants aim at clay targets launched in various directions.
Examples
- The Olympic events include skeet-shooting as one of the main categories.
- She practiced skeet-shooting every weekend to improve her aim.
- During the competition, he scored a perfect 25 in skeet-shooting.
Meaning
Skeet-shooting involves the use of a shotgun to hit clay discs that simulate the flight of birds, emphasizing precision and skill.
Synonyms
- Clay pigeon shooting
- Trap shooting
- Target shooting
