shot hole

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shot hole

1. A drilled hole in which an explosive charge is placed before detonation.

2. A hole made in wood by an insect.

shot hole

(Mining & Quarrying) a drilled hole into which explosive is put for blasting

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shot hole - drill hole for a charge of an explosive

bore-hole, drill hole, bore - a hole or passage made by a drill; usually made for exploratory purposes

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