GRAPESHOT
\ɡɹˈe͡ɪpʃɒt], \ɡɹˈeɪpʃɒt], \ɡ_ɹ_ˈeɪ_p_ʃ_ɒ_t]\
Definitions of GRAPESHOT
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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.
By Oddity Software
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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.
By Noah Webster.
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