gut shot

The term "gut shot" can refer to a severe abdominal injury or a specific scenario in poker.

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Definition

C1Medical

(informal, hunting)An injury caused by a bullet or other projectile to the abdominal area, often leading to severe internal damage.

Example

  • The hunter suffered a gut shot and needed immediate medical attention.

B2Poker

(slang, card games)A situation where a player needs one specific card to complete a straight, also known as an inside straight draw.

Example

  • He was hoping for a five to complete his gut shot straight.

Similar

Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "gut shot":

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