split shot

The term "split shot" has diverse meanings across different activities such as fishing, coffee preparation, and sports.

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Definition

B2Fishing

(technical)A small, round weight with a slit, used to adjust the depth of bait or lure on a fishing line.

Example

  • He added a split shot to his line to help the bait sink faster.

B2Coffee

(informal)A beverage made with equal parts caffeinated and decaffeinated espresso.

Example

  • I prefer a split shot in the afternoon to reduce my caffeine intake.

C1Croquet

(sports)A stroke where the player hits both their ball and the opponent's ball, sending them in different directions.

Example

  • She executed a perfect split shot, positioning both balls strategically on the field.

Similar

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

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