word
Shotgun
SHAH-tguhn
/ˈʃɑːˌtɡʌn/Listen
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Syllable breakdown
shotgun
Dictionary meaning
Firearm that is a double-barreled smoothbore shoulder weapon for firing shot at short ranges.
Synonyms: scattergun
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