Meaning of the word shootout in English
What does shootout mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
shootout
US /ˈʃuːt̬.aʊt/
UK /ˈʃuːt̬.aʊt/
Noun
1.
a fight in which people shoot at each other with guns
Example:
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The police were involved in a dramatic shootout with the bank robbers.
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The movie ended with a thrilling shootout in the desert.
2.
a tie-breaking competition in sports, especially soccer, where players take turns shooting at the goal
Example:
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The game went to a shootout after extra time.
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Our team won the championship in a dramatic shootout.
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