This is the 17208th most frequent Russian word.
стрельбой
"Стрельбой" translates to "shooting" in English, referring to the activity or act of firing a weapon.
In this sentence, 'стрельбой' refers to the activity of shooting, specifically archery, emphasizing the method or type of shooting.
Она занималась стрельбой из лука.
She practiced archery.
Here, 'стрельбой' relates to the theme and focus of the competition, denoting shooting as the central activity of the event.
Соревнования по стрельбой прошли успешно.
The shooting competition went successfully.
This usage describes the acquisition of skills in shooting or the officer's capability, highlighting the proficiency in the activity of shooting.