shot put

noun

: a field event in which a shot is heaved for distance
shot-putter noun

Examples of shot put in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to show current usage. Read More Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback.
Saunders will take part in the women's shot put on Friday. 10h ago / 2:40 PM UTC Copied Share Volleyball: U.S. gets first set in semifinal match against Brazil Raquel Coronell Uribe The U.S. takes the first set in its semifinal match against Brazil. Sean Nevin, NBC News, 9 Aug. 2024 The senior had the best shot put throw of 45-3 in the Meet of Champions and New Englands, which set a program record. Brian Roach, Boston Herald, 19 July 2024 No one has ever thrown a shot put farther, indoors or outdoors. Marcus Thompson Ii, The Athletic, 3 Aug. 2024 The Hockomock League and Div. 1 relay record holder in shot put and javelin had long throws of 41-3 in shot put and 134 feet in discus. Brian Roach, Boston Herald, 19 July 2024 See all Example Sentences for shot put 

Word History

First Known Use

1887, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of shot put was in 1887

Dictionary Entries Near shot put

Cite this Entry

“Shot put.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/shot%20put. Accessed 15 Jan. 2025.

Kids Definition

shot put

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

More from Merriam-Webster on shot put

Last Updated: - Updated example sentences
Love words? Need even more definitions?

Subscribe to America's largest dictionary and get thousands more definitions and advanced search—ad free!