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DictionarySeeshootshot down
shoot down1. To reject, foil, or disappoint the aspirations of someone or something. A noun or pronoun can be used between "shoot" and "down." I asked John out for a date, but he shot me down. The committee shot down our plans for a new apartment block. The candidate was able to shoot down each of his opponents' claims with indisputable proof.2. To fire upon an aircraft in order to destroy it or force it to land or crash. A noun or pronoun can be used between "shoot" and "down." We're under orders to shoot down any aircraft in the no-fly zone. If they enter our airspace, shoot them down.See also: down, shootshot down1. mod. demolished; destroyed. I felt shot down, even though I was sure of what I was getting into. 2. mod. rejected by a young woman. Tiffany is a cruel chick. I was shot down from day one. See also: down, shotshot down
shot down Regional drug slang meaning to be or have been under the influence of drugs. |