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shoot

/ʃuːt/ verb, noun · British & US
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What does shoot mean?

verb, noun

To cause to go or move suddenly, often with a loud noise, typically by firing a gun or a projectile. A shoot is a young stem or branch of a plant.

Example

"The hunter shot the deer with a single bullet."

Reviewed by Deb Chak, Editor. AI-assisted content curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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