Shotgun Definition & Meaning

shotgun
noun
  1. firearm that is a double-barreled smoothbore shoulder weapon for firing shot at short ranges

"Shotgun" in song lyrics

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  • "The girl ridin' shotgun"
    (11/5 f/) Taydatay — Roll 'Em Up [Edit]
  • "It's me Sawed-Off, last name Shotgun"
    9th Prince — Raised Cain
  • "All I got is a double barrel shotgun"
    Afroman — You Ain't My Friend

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