wing shot

noun

, Hunting.

1. a shot at a bird in flight.
2. an expert in shooting birds in flight.

wing shot

noun

1. a shot taken at a bird in flight
2. an expert at shooting birds in flight

Word History and Origins

Origin of wing shot¹

First recorded in 1880–85

Example Sentences

Down at Grundy's, when he had won in the wing shot, I had hard work getting him to try at the target.

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The fastest, straightest little wing shot with a six shooter that ever was, old-timer!

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He is a first-class wing shot, and during the past year he has won several live bird matches.

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Mr. Kerr, the young lieutenant, who was stationed here, was the best wing-shot I have ever seen on the sporting field.

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But the lesson is that you must not try to shoot Fluff unless you are a good wing shot.

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