Trap shooting is a type of sport shooting in which participants shoot clay targets that are released from a single machine. It is also known as skeet shooting, which is the term used for the 5-letter solution in the crossword puzzle. Trap shooting is a popular recreational activity and is also a competitive sport. Participants use shotguns to shoot at the clay targets, which are released from different angles and heights. The goal of the game is to hit as many targets as possible.