Pronunciation: [ʃˈɒtən] (IPA) 
The word "Shotten" is pronounced /ˈʃɒtən/ and is the past participle of the verb "shoot" in Scottish dialect. It means to have fired a gun, arrow or any other projectile. The spelling of "Shotten" is unique and is not commonly used in modern English. However, in Scottish dialects, it is still occasionally used. The pronunciation is characterized by the "sh" sound followed by a short "o" vowel sound and ending with the "n" sound.
Shotten is an adjective that is derived from the verb "to shoot." It has several distinct meanings, each dependent on the context in which it is used.
In the context of firearms or shooting, shotten refers to a weapon, typically a firearm, that has been discharged or fired. It describes an object that has been shot, emphasizing the act of shooting rather than the resulting damage or effects.
In another context, shotten is used to describe a disease or condition found in animals, especially sheep. This disease, known as shotten-wool or shotten-wooliness, causes the wool of a sheep to become coarse and matted, usually due to malnutrition or hormonal imbalances. The term may also be used to refer to an animal that is infertile or has failed to conceive.
Additionally, in some dialects or regional variations of English, shotten may be employed to describe something that has been worn-out, exhausted, or dilapidated, particularly in reference to objects or buildings. It suggests an item that has exceeded its useful lifespan or has been significantly damaged or deteriorated as a result of age, overuse, or neglect.
Overall, the word shotten signifies an object that has been shot, damaged or worn as a consequence of shooting, or a term used to describe certain ailments in animals, particularly sheep.
Having thrown out the spawn, as herring; gutted or dried for keeping, as herrings; out of its socket.
Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.
The word "shotten" originates from the Old English verb "sceotan" meaning "to shoot" or "to project". Over time, this verb developed into Middle English and acquired various meanings related to shooting or projecting objects. Eventually, "shotten" emerged as the past participle form of "sceotan". It was often used to describe things that had been shot or discharged, such as arrows, bullets, or cannons.
