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Scattershot Definition & Meaning

scattershot
adjective
  1. covering a wide range in a haphazard way

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Frequently asked questions

What does scattershot mean?
covering a wide range in a haphazard way
What part of speech is scattershot?
Scattershot is an adjective.

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