Bird Shot (Noun)
Meaning
Small lead shot for shotgun shells.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- Bird shot was traditionally used for small game hunting, requiring less damage to the targeted animal.
- Waterfowl hunters often use bird shot in their shotgun shells to effectively take down their quarry without causing excessive damage.
- The shotgun shell loaded with bird shot allows for wider dispersal, increasing the odds of a successful shot.
- For close-range hunting, bird shot is an excellent choice as the pellets spread quickly to cover a large area.
- This particular type of shotgun shell, loaded with fine bird shot, is often used by upland game hunters in densely wooded areas.