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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

shotgun

/ˈʃɒtɡʌn/ noun · British & US
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What does shotgun mean?

noun

A firearm that is designed to fire a shell with multiple projectiles, or a vehicle with a rear-mounted seat for two people, typically used for hunting or as a novelty. In American English, it is also used as a phrase to indicate that someone is leaving a social gathering, especially a party.

Example

"The hunter used a shotgun to bring down the deer."

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