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grapeshot
('gr/eI/p,/S//A/t )

noun (n)

  • a cluster of small projectiles fired together from a cannon to produce a hail of shot(noun.artifact)
    Synonym:
    grape
    source: wordnet30
  • A cluster, usually nine in number, of small iron balls, put together by means of cast-iron circular plates at top and bottom, with two rings, and a central connecting rod, in order to be used as a charge for a cannon. Formerly grapeshot were inclosed in canvas bags.(noun)
    source: webster1913
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