*Feathered flyer thats sliced and shot Crossword Clue

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Its time to solve "*Feathered flyer thats sliced and shot" crossword clue for today's "Wall Street Journal" daily crossword.

Understanding Today's Crossword Puzzle

Today's crossword clue "*Feathered flyer that's sliced and shot" leads us to the answer "SHUTTLECOCK." Let's break down why this answer perfectly fits the given clue:

1. Feathered: A shuttlecock used in the sport of badminton typically has feathers attached to its base. This clue hints at the presence of feathers on the object in question.
2. Flyer: In the game of badminton, the shuttlecock is hit back and forth through the air, making it a "flyer" in the sense of an object launched or propelled.
3. Sliced and shot: In badminton, players use various techniques like slicing and shooting to propel the shuttlecock across the court. These actions align with the idea of the shuttlecock being sliced and shot during gameplay.

Therefore, the answer "SHUTTLECOCK" perfectly corresponds to the clue's description of a feathered object that is both sliced and shot, making it a fitting solution for today's crossword puzzle.

Definition of "SHUTTLECOCK"

a cork to which feathers are attached to form a cone shape, or a similar object of plastic, struck with rackets in the games of badminton and battledore.

 The Crossword clue "*Feathered flyer thats sliced and shot" published 1 time/s & has 1 answer/s. 

Crossword	Date	Answer
Wall Street Journal	24 April 2018	SHUTTLECOCK