outshoot

American  

[out-shoot, out-shoot] / ˌaʊtˈʃut, ˈaʊtˌʃut /

verb (used with object)

outshot, outshooting

1. to surpass in shooting, as in accuracy or in number of shots made.

2. to shoot beyond.

3. to shoot (something) out; send forth.

   a tree outshooting its roots.

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verb (used without object)

outshot, outshooting

1. to shoot forth; project.

   sparks outshooting from the fire.

noun

1. an act or instance of shooting out.

   an outshoot of his fist that staggered his opponent.

2. something that shoots out.

   a row of outshoots from the soil.

outshoot British  

verb

1. (tr) to surpass or excel in shooting

2. to go or extend beyond (something)

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noun

1. a thing that projects or shoots out

2. the act or state of shooting out or protruding

Etymology

Origin of outshoot

First recorded in 1520–30; out- + shoot ¹

Example Sentences

“We tend to outshoot other teams consistently, probably out-chance other teams consistently. Not in sync right now.”

From Seattle Times • Nov. 12, 2023

“He did great saves and keep us in the game. They outshoot us, but the second half was much better.”

From Washington Post • Feb. 1, 2022

“Back in the early days, at the old Sports Arena, the team would bring players in and Elgin would work out against them and he could outshoot all of them,” Lawler said.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 23, 2021

The Sabres, who lead 6-2 after two periods, outshoot the Capitals 22-3 in the final period.

From Washington Times • Dec. 17, 2020

Delicate Forbes could outshoot and outride even Jed Brower when he chose, and his courage with cattle was that of a man.

From A Voice in the Wilderness by Hill, Grace Livingston