grapeshot
[ greyp-shot ]
/ ˈgreɪpˌʃɒt /
noun
a cluster of small cast-iron balls formerly used as a charge for a cannon.
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British Dictionary definitions for grapeshot
grapeshot
/ (ˈɡreɪpˌʃɒt) /
noun
ammunition for cannons consisting of a canvas tube containing a cluster of small iron or lead balls that scatter after firing