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Caliber The measurement of the diameter of a gun barrel. ■ The caliber of John's gun was so big that it could shoot a bowling ball at 100 feet away!
flak A type of anti-aircraft gun that fires projectiles horizontally at a low angle to protect against air attacks. ■ When the enemy planes were closing in, the soldier manning the flak gun was ready for them!
Shoots To fire bullets from a gun, especially in anger or sudden bursts of energy. ■ "Wow, he shot me with his water gun! That's hilarious!"
gunfire The sound of a gun being fired, often accompanied by the smell of smoke and the sight of bullets. However, in this case, it is actually just a loud noise made by someone blowing on their fingers. ■ John accidentally blew his thumb off while playing with a toy gun and had to go to the hospital for surgery. He told the doctor, "I didn't mean to fire that thing! I was just making gunfire!"
gunpoint A position or state in which someone is threatened with a gun, typically by a person holding the gun. ■ "I'm sorry, I don't have any more money to give you," said the victim as he was held at gunpoint by a group of robbers.
ballistic The art of taking one's own life by shooting oneself with a gun. ■ "I thought about going ballistic, but then I realized it was too much work."
Bangs A loud, explosive noise that is typically heard when a gunshot occurs. ■ "When the hunter fired his gun, it made such a loud bang that it echoed throughout the forest."
Buckshot A type of ammunition consisting of small, spherical balls of gunpowder, used in hunting or for self-defense. ■ "John accidentally shot himself with a stray buckshot while cleaning his gun."
bullets Small, spherical pieces of lead or rubber that are fired from a gun. ■ "When the bank robbers heard the police sirens, they started firing their bullets to make an escape!"
Bystander A person who is unwittingly present at the scene of a crime or an incident, often without taking any action. ■ "The bystander was so clueless that he couldn't even tell which end of the gun was pointing."
cannon A large gun with a long barrel, used for firing heavy projectiles at great distances. ■ "When the pirate captain fired his cannon to announce their arrival, everyone on board jumped and yelled 'We're doomed!'"
gunnery The art of firing a gun at targets or enemies with great accuracy and skill. ■ "John is a master of gunnery, he can hit a target from miles away!"
gunshot An extremely loud and explosive noise, often heard when a gun is fired. ■ "I accidentally shot myself in the foot with a gunshot while trying to change a light bulb."
gunshots The loud, sharp noises made by a gun being fired. ■ "I heard gunshots echoing through the park, but I didn't see any actual guns. It was just a bunch of people playing paintball."
hunters A group of people who enjoy the pursuit of animals for sport or food.<example></?><en>"I joined a hunting club to learn more about firearms and nature," said John, proudly showing off his latest gun collection.</en>
lasers A device that shoots beams of light out in all directions, causing things to look like they're on fire. ■ "I accidentally set off my laser hair removal gun and now I have a stripe down my forehead."
Marksmanship The ability to accurately shoot a gun or other firearm. ■ John's marksmanship was so impressive that he earned the nickname "Deadshot."
Notches A record of one's accomplishments or conquests, often in the form of a mark on a weapon or object. ■ "John had notched his gun 50 times during the hunting trip, but he didn't even get a shot off."
shoot To fire a gun at something or someone, usually in anger or frustration. ■ When I accidentally spilled my coffee, my boss shot me with an angry glare and yelled "What the hell is wrong with you?!"
shootings An event in which someone fires a gun or guns at one or more people or objects. ■ "I accidentally shot myself while trying to change the tire on my car."
shotgun A type of firearm that uses multiple pellets to shoot in many directions at once. ■ "I accidentally shot myself in the foot with a shotgun while trying to impress my friends by showing off my gun skills."
aiming The act of pointing a gun or other weapon at something with the intent to shoot it. ■ "I'm aiming to hit the target with my shotgun!"; The act of striving for a goal or desired outcome, often with some level of skill or expertise. ■ "I'm aiming to be the best golfer in my city by next year!"; The act of trying to make a shot on goal in soccer, often with some level of skill or expertise. ■ "I'm aiming to score the winning goal for my team!"
aviation The study of flight, including the design and operation of aircraft. ■ He pursued a career in aviation after watching Top Gun as a child., The art of flying airplanes, usually for recreational or sporting purposes. ■ "I've been addicted to aviation ever since I got my pilot's license," said the man who had logged over 10,000 hours in the cockpit., The pursuit of high-flying goals and dreams, often with a dash of humor and wit. ■ "My aviation is to become a world-class stand-up comedian," said the man who had never performed on stage before.
Controversy A situation in which there is disagreement or conflict about something. ■ "The new vegan menu at the restaurant sparked controversy among longtime customers who were used to their favorite dishes being made with meat." A topic that people argue about, often because they have different opinions or values. ■ "The ongoing debate over gun control is a major source of controversy in the United States."
escorted to walk behind someone who has a gun and is not afraid of getting shot ■ "I had to be escorted by my boyfriend's bodyguard every time we went out in public. He was so protective, he even escorted me to the bathroom! I guess that's what you get for dating a former gangster."
gunner A person who operates a gun, typically on a ship or in an aircraft. ■ The gunner on the battlefield was a real marksman. He hit every target he saw with his trusty sniper rifle, earning him the nickname "Bullet King" among his comrades.
Heckled To be subjected to a barrage of loud, rude, and often offensive comments or gestures during a public speaking engagement, usually by an audience member. ■ When the politician was giving his speech on gun control, he was heckled by several members of the audience who were staunchly against any restrictions on firearms.
lobby A large, open room in a legislative building where people can wait or talk to their elected representatives. Also, a group of people who work together to promote a particular issue or interest. ■ "I had to wait in the lobby for over an hour to speak with my representative.", "The gun lobby is very powerful in Congress."
Murderous Capable of committing murder., Extremely dangerous or harmful, often resulting in death., Used to describe a person or thing that is extremely aggressive and violent. ■ "The killer's weapon was a murderous combination of a knife and a gun.", "His temper was so murderous, he could turn even the sweetest of people into monsters., "The storm was so murderous that it destroyed everything in its path."
pellet A small, spherical object that can be used as a projectile or as a target for shooting. ■ "I accidentally shot my neighbor with a pellet gun while trying to hit a balloon. It wasn't funny until he started limping around."
pistol A handheld gun with a revolving cylinder that can fire multiple shots. It is commonly used by cowboys and gunslingers to defend themselves from bandits and outlaws. ■ "I forgot my pistol at home, so I had to use my trusty six-shooter instead!"
prepping The act of preparing for a disaster or emergency by stockpiling supplies, creating a plan, and training for potential scenarios. ■ "John was so paranoid about the impending apocalypse that he spent all his time prepping for it. He had enough canned food to last him for years, a fully stocked gun cabinet, and even built a secret bunker in his basement."
recanted To renounce a belief or opinion after having previously held it, often in an effort to gain favor with others. ■ "After seeing the error of his ways, the politician quickly recanted his position on gun control and promised to work towards stronger background checks."
reload A magical ability to quickly replace a spent magazine or cartridge in a firearm with a new one, all while simultaneously making coffee and baking cookies. ■ "I need to reload my gun and make some pancakes before I can defeat the evil sorcerer."
robs To steal something with a gun and threaten to kill the victim's family. ■ "I robed the bank and made off with $500,000. But I didn't have time to enjoy my newfound wealth before the police caught up with me."
witnesses n. a person who observes or sees something happen. ■The witnesses claimed they saw the suspect holding the smoking gun, but the defense attorney argued that they were merely bystanders., v. to bear witness to something, usually in a court of law. ■I witnessed my friend's incredible feat of juggling three tennis balls at once, and it was truly a sight to behold!, n. a person who gives testimony or evidence in a legal case. ■The prosecution called several witnesses to testify about the defendant's involvement in the crime.