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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

high house

Sports; Shooting

There are two trap houses used in skeet shooting from which targets are thrown. The high trap house is on the left side of the shooting stations and it is higher than the low house. The high trap ...

kneeling

Sports; Shooting

This is a position where the shooter is only allowed to have their right knee, right toe and left foot touching the ground. This would be the exact opposite for a left-handed shooter.

innings

Sports; Shooting

A series of shots that a shooter is given.

chief official

Sports; Shooting

They are in-charge of running the competition and are responsible for ensuring that all of the technical and logistical aspects of the competition run smoothly.

buttstock

Sports; Shooting

This is the back part of a rifle where a shooter will place their shoulder, See also Stock.

cartridge

Sports; Shooting

This is what the gun shoots at the target. It is made up of the case, powder, primer and the projectile.

chamber

Sports; Shooting

This is the rear section of a gun barrel where the cartridge is put in for firing at the target.

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