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Definition of headshot

headshot

/ˈhɛd.ʃɑːt/
head · shot
Plural:headshots
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headshot Lexical Profile

headshot Game Scores & Validity

• noun

1

A close-up photograph of a person's face and shoulders, commonly used for professional profiles, casting auditions, or promotional materials.

Example

"The aspiring actor hired a studio photographer to take a new headshot for his casting portfolio."

2

A strike or shot aimed directly at the head, especially in video games or combat sports.

Example

"Scoring a precise headshot in the tournament earned the player bonus points."

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• Nearby Words

headset
headshake
headship
headshot
headshrinker
headspace
headstand

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Headshot. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/headshot
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