buckshot Definition
- 1shot made of large pellets, used in hunting larger game
- 2a type of shotgun ammunition that contains many small metal balls
Using buckshot: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "buckshot" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
Example
He loaded his shotgun with buckshot before heading out to hunt deer.
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The police found several empty shells of buckshot at the crime scene.
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Buckshot is not recommended for shooting small birds as it can damage the meat.
buckshot Synonyms and Antonyms
Synonyms for buckshot
- pellets
- shotgun shells
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Summary: buckshot in Brief
The term 'buckshot' [ˈbʌkʃɒt] refers to shot made of large pellets, used in hunting larger game, or a type of shotgun ammunition that contains many small metal balls. It is not recommended for shooting small birds as it can damage the meat.
