English Explanatory Dictionary

shotshell

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A shotgun cartridge.
  2. Handgun and rifle cartridges loaded with lead shot canisters instead of bullets, intended for pest control.

Word forms

shotshell shotshells

Etymology

From shot + shell.

Synonyms

dust shot ratshot snakeshot
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