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scattergun

[ˈskætəɡʌn]

scattergun Definition

  • 1a shotgun that fires a number of small pellets or shot, used especially for hunting birds
  • 2a person or thing that is characterized by a lack of focus or direction

Using scattergun: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "scattergun" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    He went on a scattergun approach to job hunting, applying for anything and everything.

  • Example

    The company's scattergun marketing strategy failed to attract any new customers.

  • Example

    The hunter used a scattergun to shoot down the birds.

scattergun Synonyms and Antonyms

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Summary: scattergun in Brief

The term 'scattergun' [ˈskætəɡʌn] refers to a type of shotgun that fires small pellets or shot, commonly used for hunting birds. It can also describe a person or thing that lacks focus or direction, as in 'He went on a scattergun approach to job hunting.' Synonyms include 'haphazard,' 'aimless,' and 'random.'