grapeshot

grapeshot has 2 senses in the JumbleFix dictionary. Letters: 9.

Definitions

• n.. A cluster, usually nine in number, of small iron balls, put together by means of cast-iron circular plates at top and bottom, with two rings, and a central connecting rod, in order to be used as a charge for a cannon. Formerly grapeshot were inclosed in canvas bags.
• n.. a cluster of small projectiles fired together from a cannon to produce a hail of shot