shoot
UK: ʃuːt | US: ʃuːt
v. to discharge a projectile (e.g., a bullet or arrow) from a weapon
v. to move quickly or suddenly
v. to photograph or film something
n. a new growth from a plant (e.g., a bud or stem)
The word "shoot" originates from Old English scēotan, meaning "to project, go swiftly, discharge." It shares roots with Germanic words like Dutch schieten and German schießen, all conveying rapid motion or propulsion. The sense of "plant growth" emerged later, metaphorically linking the upward surge of new stems to the idea of swift movement.
The hunter carefully aimed and shot the arrow.
The car shot past us on the highway.
She loves to shoot landscapes with her camera.
Water shot out of the broken pipe.
Tiny green shoots appeared in the garden after the rain.