shoot

/ʃuːt/

Definitions

1. verb

to cause something to move or be propelled suddenly, especially with a sharp, sudden sound

“She shot the arrow into the target.”

2. noun

a plant that grows from a seed, especially a young plant with a stem, leaves, and roots

“The garden was full of shoots of different flowers.”

3. verb

to take a photograph, especially using a camera

“I will shoot some photos of the wedding.”

4. noun

a sudden, quick movement, especially of the arm or a camera

“The basketball player made a quick shoot to the hoop.”

Synonyms

  • discharge
  • fire
  • plant

Antonyms

  • plod
  • trudge