Street
shot
What does shot mean?
In UK drill and road slang, a 'shot' is the customer — the cat ringing the trap phone for a deal. Don't mix it up with 'shotter,' which is the one selling. Shot = demand side, shotter = supply side.
"Phone never stops, shots calling from 6am."
Origin
From 'shotter' (UK street term for a street-level dealer), back-formed to mean the person being shotted to — the buyer.
Frequently asked questions
What does 'shot' mean in New Zealand?
'Shot' is a casual way to say thanks, nice one or well done, short for 'good shot'. You'll often hear 'shot bro'.
How do you use 'shot' in a sentence?
You'd say 'shot for the ride' or 'shot bro' to thank someone or acknowledge they did something well.
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