Shoot

Definition

Shoot is a verb and a noun. As a verb, it refers to the action of firing a projectile from a weapon, taking a photograph, or propelling something. As a noun, it can describe a young plant or a sprout, or a session of photography or filming.

Parts of Speech

• Verb
• Noun

Pronunciation

American English

• IPA Pronunciation: /ʃuːt/
• Respelling: SHOOT

British English

• IPA Pronunciation: /ʃuːt/
• Respelling: SHOOT

Etymology

The word "shoot" originates from Old English "sceotan," meaning "to shoot or throw," derived from Proto-Germanic "*skeutan," which is linked to the Proto-Indo-European root "*skeud-" meaning "to project or throw."

Derivatives

• Shooting (noun/verb)
• Shooter (noun)
• Shootout (noun)
• Reshoot (verb)
• Photoshoot (noun)

Synonyms

• Fire
• Launch
• Photograph

Antonyms

• Catch
• Hold
• None

Usage

The term "shoot" is used in various contexts such as weaponry, photography, sports, and agriculture. Examples include "He shot the ball into the goal" (verb) and "The bamboo shoot grew quickly after the rain" (noun).

Related Terms

• Sprout: A new growth from a plant.
• Gunfire: The discharge of a firearm.
• Photograph: An image captured by a camera.

Detailed Definitions

Verb

• To fire a weapon: Refers to discharging a firearm or bow.
  • Example: "The hunter shot at the target."
• To take a photograph or record footage: Refers to using a camera for capturing images or video.
  • Example: "She shot a beautiful sunset on her camera."
• To propel or launch something: Refers to moving something forward with force.
  • Example: "He shot the basketball into the hoop."

Noun

• A young plant or sprout: Refers to the new growth of a plant.
  • Example: "The tree's shoots appeared after the rain."
• A photography or filming session: Refers to an event or activity where photos or videos are captured.
  • Example: "The model attended a photoshoot for the magazine."