Word Pronunciation & Dictionary

money shot

Word Rarity Common

Frequency: Zipf frequency 5.08 in modern English

Syllables
mon-ey shot
IPA
17
Scrabble Score
9
Letters
2
Syllables
8
Unique Chars

Meaning

noun

The shot or scene of a film that cost the most to produce, most commonly an action sequence.

noun

The moment in a pornographic film where the male subject of the scene in question ejaculates.

Slang

noun

The release of semen on the partner's body, especially on the face or in the eye.

Slang

Example Sentences

Etymology

(moment in a pornographic film): So named because it is often considered the most important part of the film, and often an actor who is unable to provide the shot goes unpaid.

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Questions

What does money shot mean?
The shot or scene of a film that cost the most to produce, most commonly an action sequence.
Where does money shot come from?
(moment in a pornographic film): So named because it is often considered the most important part of the film, and often an actor who is unable to provide the shot goes unpaid.

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