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1. (n.) grapeshot
a cluster of small cast-iron balls formerly used as a charge for a cannon.

Etymology: (1740–50)

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1. (noun) grapeshot, grape
a cluster of small projectiles fired together from a cannon to produce a hail of shot

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1. (noun) grapeshot
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

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