grapeshot

/ˌgreɪpˈʃɑt/
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Definitions of grapeshot
  1. noun
    a cluster of small projectiles fired together from a cannon to produce a hail of shot
    synonyms: grape
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    type of:
    pellet, shot
    a solid missile discharged from a firearm
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