shoot (A2)
verb
Pronunciation: /ʃuːt/
Definition
To fire a gun or projectile weapon, or to propel something with force.
Examples
He learned to shoot a rifle at a young age.
The police officer had to shoot the dangerous animal.
How to Use shoot
- shoot at (prepositional phrase)
- To aim and fire a weapon in the direction of someone or something. — "The soldiers were ordered to shoot at the enemy."
- shoot down (phrasal verb)
- To cause an aircraft or missile to fall to the ground by firing at it. — "The air defense system shot down the incoming missile."
- shoot up (phrasal verb)
- To grow or develop very quickly. — "The price of gas has shot up recently."
- shoot for (prepositional phrase)
- To aim for a particular goal or achievement. — "She decided to shoot for the stars and apply for the top job."
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