Burrel-shot Definition

noun

(archaic) A mixture of shot, nails, stones, pieces of old iron, etc., fired from a cannon at short range, in an emergency.

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Origin of Burrel-shot

  • Either from annoying the enemy like a burrel fly, or, less probably, from French bourreler to sting, torture.

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