plinking
Tin can targeting
Plinking is informal target shooting, typically with small-caliber firearms or air guns, at improvised targets like tin cans or bottles.
The word imitates the sound of a bullet striking metal.
It suggests casual, recreational shooting rather than formal marksmanship: We spent the afternoon plinking at cans in the backyard.
Sealed metal containers
- bottlesNarrow-necked liquid containers
- backyardOutdoor space behind home
- airsoftRecreational combat with BBs
- pelletsSmall compressed spheres
fun · pastime · leisure · relaxation · weekend · informal · improvised · targets
Weapon projectiles and charges
- rifleLong-barreled shoulder weapon
- pistolCompact one-handed firearm
- airgunPneumatic projectile launcher
- rimfireCartridge struck at edge
scope · sights · magazines · earmuffs · holster · bipod · sandbag · rest
Brief metallic tone
- metallicResembling ore-based elements
- ricochetAngled deflection off surface
- impactForceful contact or consequence
- clangLoud metallic sound
ding · crack · pop · report · echo · satisfying · feedback · audible
Purpose or direction
- accuracyDegree of correctness
- stanceStanding posture or viewpoint
- gripSecure manual hold
- follow-throughCompleting what you began
breathing · focus · concentration · grouping · consistency · practice · repetition · snap-shooting
cans
Sealed metal containers
- bottlesNarrow-necked liquid containers
- backyardOutdoor space behind home
- airsoftRecreational combat with BBs
pellets · fun · pastime · leisure · relaxation · weekend · informal · improvised · targets · plywood
ammunition
Weapon projectiles and charges
- rifleLong-barreled shoulder weapon
- pistolCompact one-handed firearm
- airgunPneumatic projectile launcher
rimfire · scope · sights · magazines · earmuffs · holster · bipod · sandbag · rest · targets
ping
Brief metallic tone
- metallicResembling ore-based elements
- ricochetAngled deflection off surface
- impactForceful contact or consequence
clang · ding · crack · pop · report · echo · satisfying · feedback · audible · tinny
aim
Purpose or direction
follow-through · breathing · focus · concentration · grouping · consistency · practice · repetition · snap-shooting · offhand
- gun culturehunters, collectors, target shooters, gunsmiths, reloaders
- air gunsair rifle, air pistol, BB gun, pellet gun, pellet rifle
plinkingcompetitive shooting
Scored accuracy contest with firearms