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tiro

shot

noun TEE-roh Less Common

Also means

throw

Usage Note

Tiro refers to a gunshot, a shot in sport (football, basketball), or a throw. A tiro means within shooting range; tiro libre is a free kick or free throw. In Spain pegar un tiro (to fire a shot) is colloquial; tiro al blanco means target shooting. Do not confuse with tirón (a strong tug or pull).

Examples

"El delantero lanzó un tiro al arco."

Natural Translation

The forward took a shot at the goal.

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