Alternative spelling of rimshot

Needing only a single attempt to become effective. / Unique; occurring only once. / Performing all the necessary steps on every occurrence, rather than relying on previous setup.

(television, film, comics) A television program, film, or comic book that is not part of a series. / (film) A cinematographic shot of a person talking to camera; a talking head.

(video games) To kill or destroy with a single hit.

(athletics, uncountable) An athletics event where a competitor must hurl a heavy metal orb ("shot") as far as possible. Because of the weight of the ball this is done with a pushing ("putting") motion rather than a throwing motion.

(sports) A shot at the opponent's goal.

(athletics) An athlete who competes in the shot put.

The act of competing in the track and field event of putting the shot, attempting to throw a heavy metal ball for maximum distance using a pushing motion (rather than a bent arm throw) due to the balls great weight.

An injection of a drug into the arm, whether for medical or recreational purposes. / (by extension) A stimulus; a boost in energy, morale, or well-being.

plural of shot-glass