What does shotgun mean?
A firearm that is designed to fire a shell with multiple projectiles, or a vehicle with a rear-mounted seat for two people, typically used for hunting or as a novelty. In American English, it is also used as a phrase to indicate that someone is leaving a social gathering, especially a party.
Example
"The hunter used a shotgun to bring down the deer."
Reviewed by Deb Chak, Editor. AI-assisted content curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.