upshot

Meanings

1. 1
   noun

   A concise summary.

   I'm not interested in hearing all the details. Just give me the upshot.

2. 2
   noun

   A positive aspect or consequence, often either unexpected or in contrast to other negative aspects.

   One of the major upshots of prefab building is its decreased environmental impact.

3. 3
   noun

   a phenomenon that follows and is caused by some previous phenomenon

Presumed from up- + shot, referring to the last shot in a match of archery.

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