shot
//ʃɒt//
Noun
The firing of a gun or the discharge of a projectile from a weapon
We heard a shot in the distance.
An attempt to score in a sport by kicking, hitting, or throwing a ball toward a goal
He took a shot at the goal but missed.
A photograph or a single continuous filmed sequence
That's a great shot of the sunset.
A small amount of alcoholic drink, especially spirits, served in a small glass
He ordered a shot of whiskey at the bar.
An injection of a drug or vaccine
I need to get a flu shot before winter.
An attempt or try at doing something
I'll give it a shot and see if I can fix the computer.
Synonym
Verb
Past tense and past participle of shoot
He shot the ball into the goal.
Adjective
Worn out, ruined, or exhausted
After working all night, I'm completely shot.
Woven or streaked with a different color or texture
The fabric was shot with gold threads.