ALL meanings of chain shot
chain shot
C c - noun chain shot cannon shot comprising two balls or half balls joined by a chain, much used formerly, esp in naval warfare to destroy rigging 3
- noun chain shot cannon shot consisting of two balls or half balls connected by a chain, formerly used in naval warfare to destroy masts, sails, etc. 3
- noun chain shot cannon shot consisting of two balls or half balls connected by a short chain, formerly used in naval artillery to destroy the masts and sails of enemy ships. 1