grapeshot

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Noun grapeshot has 1 sense

grapeshot - a cluster of small projectiles fired together from a cannon to produce a hail of shot
--₁ is a kind of shot, pellet

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Grapeshot

Definition: A cluster of small iron balls or lead bullets fused together and used as a deadly projectile, especially in military warfare.

Part of Speech: Noun

Senses:

A projectile consisting of a cluster of small iron balls or lead bullets.

Usages:

The cannons fired grapeshots, causing massive damage to the enemy's ranks.
The soldier loaded his musket with grapeshot and aimed at the advancing cavalry.