Shotgun: meaning, definitions and examples
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shotgun
[ หสษtษกสn ]
firearm type
A shotgun is a type of firearm that is designed to shoot a number of small pellets, referred to as shot, or a single slug. Shotguns are typically smoothbore weapons, which means they do not have rifled barrels, allowing for the spread of shot over a wider area. They are commonly used for hunting birds and clay targets, but can also serve in home defense and law enforcement roles. The versatility of shotguns makes them popular among sports shooters and hunters alike.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- He used a shotgun to hunt ducks.
- The police officer carried a shotgun for added protection.
- They practiced at the shooting range using shotguns.
Translations
Translations of the word "shotgun" in other languages:
๐ต๐น espingarda
๐ฎ๐ณ เคถเฅเคเคเคจ
๐ฉ๐ช Schrotflinte
๐ฎ๐ฉ senapan patah
๐บ๐ฆ ะดะฒะพััะฒะพะปะบะฐ
๐ต๐ฑ strzelba
๐ฏ๐ต ใทใงใใใฌใณ
๐ซ๐ท fusil ร pompe
๐ช๐ธ escopeta
๐น๐ท pompalฤฑ tรผfek
๐ฐ๐ท ์ท๊ฑด
๐ธ๐ฆ ุจูุฏููุฉ
๐จ๐ฟ brokovnice
๐ธ๐ฐ brokovnica
๐จ๐ณ ๆฃๅผนๆช
๐ธ๐ฎ ลกportna puลกka
๐ฎ๐ธ skotvopn
๐ฐ๐ฟ ะฐััั าะฐััั
๐ฌ๐ช แกแ แแแแก แแแคแ
๐ฆ๐ฟ tรผfษng
๐ฒ๐ฝ escopeta
Etymology
The term 'shotgun' originated in the late 19th century and is a compound word formed from 'shot', which refers to the small metallic balls or pellets that are fired from the weapon, and 'gun', a common term for firearms. Prior to the formal introduction of the term in America, shotguns were referred to as 'fowling pieces' due to their primary use for hunting birds. The design of shotguns has evolved over the years, and they were heavily influenced by the needs of hunters and sportsmen. The widespread adoption of shotguns came with advancements in metallurgy and manufacturing processes during the Industrial Revolution. By the late 1800s, double-barrel shotguns became wildly popular, leading to the establishment of numerous firearm manufacturers dedicated solely to their production. Shotguns have since become entrenched in American culture, evidenced by their portrayal in movies and television, and remain a staple in both competitive shooting and hunting.