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Shooting

Shooting is the process of firing a projectile weapon, the activity is conducted as a recreational activity and in competition through the use of guns, bows, crossbows, etc.

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Shooting

foresight

Sports; Shooting

This is a sight that is put on the front of the barrel.

firing order

Sports; Shooting

The order the competitors will fire in, is decided by drawing ballots.

double trap

Sports; Shooting

In type of trapshooting two targets are released at the same time but at different heights and angles. The shooter is required to fire a shot at each target.

firing line

Sports; Shooting

This is the line that the shooters stand at when firing at their targets.

free pistol

Sports; Shooting

This is a 22-calibre pistol that is basically free of specifications.

drag

Sports; Shooting

When a bullet is fired it is slowed down by air turbulence.

excess shots

Sports; Shooting

If a shooter takes too many shots they will be penalized two points for each extra shot they take.

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