Buckshot (noun)

A type of shot used in shotguns, made of small metal balls and used for hunting large game or deer.

Origin:

Buckshot is a type of shot used in shotguns, it is made of small metal balls, the term is believed to have originated in the 18th century, and possibly from the phrase "buckshot-size", referring to the shot"s size which is larger than birdshot and used to hunt deer or large game.

Examples:

1. He loaded his shotgun with buckshot for deer hunting.
2. Buckshot is more powerful than birdshot.
3. The buckshot pattern is denser than birdshot.
4. The buckshot damaged the wall behind the target.
5. I prefer using buckshot for hunting large game.