potshot (redirected from potshots)

pot·shot also pot shot  (ptsht)

n.

1. A random or easy shot.

2. A criticism made without careful thought and aimed at a handy target for attack: reporters taking potshots at the mayor.

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[So called because such a shot is fired by a hunter whose main purpose is to get food for the pot.]

Thesaurus

Noun	1.	potshot - a shot taken at an easy or casual target (as by a pothunter) shooting, shot - the act of firing a projectile; "his shooting was slow but accurate"
	2.	potshot - criticism aimed at an easy target and made without careful consideration; "reporters took potshots at the mayor" criticism, unfavorable judgment - disapproval expressed by pointing out faults or shortcomings; "the senator received severe criticism from his opponent"