Could one have a shot at mincing them? (5)
I believe the answer is:
oaths
'mincing them?' is the definition.
I can't tell whether this defines the answer.
'could one have a shot' is the wordplay.
'a shot' can be anagrammed to 'OATHS'.
However, I am not clear how the anagram is indicated.
'at' is the link.
Can you help me to learn more?
(Other definitions for oaths that I've seen before include "Solemn sworn promises" , "Expletives" , "Solemn vows" , "Solemn promises or curses" , "Cursing" .)