Gaming
dropshot
What does dropshot mean?
Hitting the deck the moment you start shooting, so the enemy's crosshair sails over your head while yours stays on theirs. A classic close-quarters CoD move.
"He dropshot me at the last second and my whole spray went over him."
Origin
Call of Duty close-combat technique; 'drop' to prone while taking the 'shot'.
Frequently asked questions
What does dropshot mean in gaming?
It's the move of dropping prone (going flat on the ground) in the middle of a gunfight so you fall below your opponent's aim, helping you win a close-range duel.
How do you use dropshot in a sentence?
"He dropshotted right as I peeked and dodged my whole burst."
Is dropshotting a legit tactic?
It's a legitimate close-range technique in many shooters, though it's often seen as cheesy because it can throw off an opponent's aim unexpectedly.
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