Shoot

/ʃuːt/

Meaning & Definition

noun

The act of shooting a projectile from a weapon.

The shoot lasted all afternoon as the team practiced their aim.

A session of film or photography.

The fashion shoot was scheduled for early in the morning.

A new growth or sprout of a plant.

The gardener noticed a new shoot emerging from the soil.

A military operation involving weapon discharge.

The shoot report indicated multiple engagements with the enemy.

verb

To fire a projectile from a weapon.

He aimed carefully before he decided to shoot at the target.

To cause to move forward quickly.

The car shot down the road at incredible speed.

To take a photograph or record video.

She loves to shoot pictures of nature during her hikes.

To send forth or emit (e.g., light, smoke).

The fireworks shot into the sky, lighting up the night.

To attempt to score in a game, such as basketball or football.

He skillfully maneuvered past defenders to shoot the ball into the net.

Middle English: from Old English 'sceotan', of Germanic origin.

shoot the breeze

To engage in casual or idle conversation.

shoot for the stars

To set very high goals.

shoot oneself in the foot

To harm oneself through one's own actions.

shooter

A person who shoots.

shooting

The act of firing a projectile.

shot

A sudden discharge of a projectile.

An exclamation to express surprise or frustration.

Shoot, I forgot my keys!

To take a risk or chance.

I’m going to shoot my shot at that job.