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noun
a weight, as a stone or a piece of metal, fastened to a short strap, chain, or the like, and used as a weapon.
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Origin of slung shot
An Americanism dating back to 1835–45
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British Dictionary definitions for slung shot
slung shot
noun
a weight attached to the end of a cord and used as a weapon
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