split shot

In croquet, etc., a shot or stroke in which one drives in different directions one's own and the opponent's ball placed in contact.

Noun

  1. In croquet, etc., a shot or stroke in which one drives in different directions one's own and the opponent's ball placed in contact.
  2. A type of lead shot cut part-way through the diameter, used as a line weight in angling.
  3. A drink of coffee comprising half-caffeinated and half-decaffeinated espresso.
    • I ordered a split shot latte.

Forms

split shots split-shot

Synonyms

split stroke