shot put

noun

: a field event in which a shot is heaved for distance
shot-putter
ˈshät-ˌpu̇-tər How to pronounce shot put (audio)
noun

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The Chiefs offensive lineman competed in shot put at Brookfield East High School in Wisconsin and helped the Spartans win the 2016 WIAA Division I state championship. — Kansas City Star, 5 Aug. 2026 Gold medalists Ryan Crouser (shot put), Regan Smith (swimming) and Jessica Long (para swimming) are the judges who will place three dogs and three cats as gold, silver and bronze medalists for their respective divisions. — Pat Mueller, USA Today, 3 Aug. 2026 Machado hit a tying two-run drive before Merrill’s solo shot put San Diego ahead. — ABC News, 26 July 2026 In shot put and discus warmups, all attempts must be made from inside the circle and facing the sector, the area in which a projectile must land for a legal shot. — Charles Baggarly, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 9 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for shot put

Word History

First Known Use

1887, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of shot put was in 1887

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“Shot put.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/shot%20put. Accessed 15 Aug. 2026.

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shot put

noun
: a field event in which a heavy metal ball is heaved for distance
shot-putter
-ˌpu̇t-ər
noun

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