split shot

See also: split-shot

English

Alternative forms

• split-shot (as attributive adjective):

Noun

split shot (plural split shots)

split shot (type of lead shot used in fishing)

1. (sports) In croquet, etc., a shot or stroke in which one drives in different directions one's own and the opponent's ball placed in contact.
2. (fishing) A type of lead shot cut part-way through the diameter, used as a line weight in angling.
3. A drink of coffee comprising half-caffeinated and half-decaffeinated espresso.

   I ordered a split shot latte.

Synonyms

• (shot or stroke): split stroke