nounπShareThe emerging stem and embryonic leaves of a new plant."The gardener carefully protected the delicate shoots from the frost. "plantbiologynaturevegetableChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareA photography session."The model had a busy week, attending three fashion shoots. "entertainmentmediaartChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareA hunt or shooting competition."My grandfather reminisces about the annual pheasant shoots he used to attend in the countryside. "sportentertainmentgameChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareAn event that is unscripted or legitimate."The documentary included some carefully planned scenes, but the director preferred the raw energy of the shoots β moments of genuine surprise and emotion that happened spontaneously. "entertainmentmediaChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareThe act of shooting; the discharge of a missile; a shot."The basketball coach praised Maria's accurate shoots during the game. "actionsportmilitaryweaponChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareA rush of water; a rapid."After the heavy rain, the river had several fast shoots that made it dangerous for kayaking. "geographynatureenvironmentChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareA weft thread shot through the shed by the shuttle; a pick."The weaver carefully examined the fabric for any flaws in the shoots, ensuring each pick was perfectly placed for a tight weave. "materialtechnicalChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareA shoat; a young pig."The farmer pointed to the pen and said, "We'll sell those shoots at the market next month; they're growing quickly." "animalfoodagricultureChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareA vein of ore running in the same general direction as the lode."The miners followed the promising shoots of silver ore branching out from the main vein, hoping they would lead to a richer deposit. "geologymineralChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareAn inclined plane, either artificial or natural, down which timber, coal, ore, etc., are caused to slide; a chute."The mine's coal shoots carried the heavy ore down to the loading dock. "architecturematerialindustryutilityChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareThe act of taking all point cards in one hand.""After Maria made shoots, she earned bonus points and won the card game." "gameChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareTo launch a projectile."The basketball player shoots the ball towards the hoop. "weaponmilitarysportactionChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareTo move or act quickly or suddenly."The cat shoots across the room when it sees a mouse. "actionwayChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareTo act or achieve."My sister shoots for good grades in school; she works hard to achieve them. "achievementactionChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareTo measure the distance and direction to (a point)."The surveyor shoots the corner of the property to accurately map its boundaries. "directionpointtechnicalChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareTo inject a drug (such as heroin) intravenously."He shoots heroin into his veins every day. "medicinebodyChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareTo develop, move forward.""After the rain, the plant shoots up quickly, reaching for the sun." "processactionbiologyplantachievementChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareTo protrude; to jut; to project; to extend."The land shoots into a promontory."partactionappearanceChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareTo plane straight; to fit by planing."The carpenter shoots the edge of the board to ensure it fits perfectly against the wall. "technicalworkmachineindustryChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareTo variegate as if by sprinkling or intermingling; to color in spots or patches.W"The artist carefully shoots streaks of different colors onto the canvas, creating a vibrant abstract painting. "appearancecolorChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareTo shoot the moon.""Maria is very confident in cards; she always shoots the moon when playing hearts, trying to win every trick." "gameachievementChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
adjectiveπShareAlright; ok; of course."You ask if I can help you with your homework? Shoots, I'm happy to! "languagecommunicationChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
interjectionπShareGoodbye.""Shoots," she said, waving as she walked away. "languagecommunicationexclamationChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading