How to pronounce shot

Say it like this: /ʃɑt/. Listen to real recordings below and compare how it sounds in different accents.

American/ʃɑt/
British/ʃɒt/

What does shot mean?

adjTired, weary.

“I have to go to bed now; I’m shot.”

Discharged, cleared, or rid of something.

“Tell me true, are you not glad to be fairly shot of him?”

Worn out or broken.

“The rear axle will have to be replaced. It’s shot.”

nounThe result of launching a projectile or bullet.

“The shot was wide of the mark.”

The act of launching a ball or similar object toward a goal.

“They took the lead on a last-minute shot.”

The heavy iron ball used for the shot put.

“The shot flew twenty metres, and nearly landed on the judge's foot.”

intjAn expression of gratitude, similar to thank you.

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